– N332 & CAR REGISTRATIONS SPAIN BASIC RULES As a general rule, a non-resident can drive a foreign registered vehicle in Spain for up to six months in a calendar year. However for a Spanish resident, it’s just 30 days…
You may have seen headlines claiming the DGT (Spanish Traffic Authority) is about to force drivers to have at least two people per car in cities… and fine anyone driving alone. So what’s the truth? The DGT is studying proposals…
A new law has come into force in Spain that directly affects all vehicle owners. Published in the BOE (Official State Gazette) on 25 Jul 2025, the reform introduces some important changes that drivers need to be aware of: Insurance…
From early 2026, the DGT will introduce stricter rules for Spain’s environmental labels (the stickers that decide your access to Low Emission Zones). What’s changing? 0 Emissions: Only for full electrics, hydrogen cars, and plug-in hybrids with at least 90…
by Car Registrations Spain It happens more often than you’d think… Cars on foreign plates with expired MOT/ITV, no valid insurance, unpaid road tax or cars that have simply been in Spain too long can be stopped by the Police…
by Car Registrations Spain If you permanently export your vehicle and register it in another country, Spanish law says you should de-register it here once the new registration is complete. Why? Stops Spanish road tax (IVTM) bills arriving in your…
