Getting your driving licence in Spain
Living in Spain and more comfortable in English? Our guides explain the DGT theory test, exchanging your licence, the paperwork, costs and Spanish traffic rules, with the Spanish terms you will see on exam day.
Licence exchange
Driving in Spain with a US License in 2026: Rules and Steps
Driving in Spain with a US licence is allowed for up to six months. US, Canadian and Australian licences are not on the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) li…
Exchange Driving Licence Spain: Country-by-Country Guide
To exchange your driving licence in Spain, your issuing country must be on the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) list of countries with an agreement. EU and…
Exchange UK Driving Licence in Spain: Rules and Steps
You can exchange a valid UK driving licence for a Spanish one without any theory or practical test, under the UK–Spain agreement in force since 16 March 2023…
Costs & paperwork
How Much Does It Cost to Get a Driver's License in Spain?
If you searched for how much does it cost to get a driver's license in Spain, the fixed official fee is the exam fee (tasa 2.1) of €94.05, which covers two e…
How to Get a Spanish Driving Licence in 2026: Exams or Exchange
To get a Spanish driving licence, first check whether your foreign licence can be exchanged (canje) without tests. UK licences and car licences from several…
Spanish Driving Licence Renewal: Fees, Medical Report and Steps
A Spanish driving licence renewal depends on your age. A B licence (permiso B) is valid for 10 years until you turn 65, then for 5 years. You need a medical…
Spanish traffic rules
Spanish Driving Licence Points System: 12 Points Explained
The Spanish driving licence points system (permiso por puntos) gives most drivers a balance of 12 points, and novice drivers start with 8, according to the D…
Spanish Road Signs Explained in English (2026 Guide)
Spanish road signs follow a clear system: shape and colour show the sign family, and the Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) sets the order of precedence…
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