Moving to Spain? Good news – you don’t have to pay the registrations tax when registering your vehicle.
All you need to know about the Special Registrations Tax when importing a vehicle into Spain.
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Still need to put your UK registered vehicle onto Spanish plates in Andalucia?
We have some good news for you! As we reported last week on our January YouTube update, since 1st January, some ITV stations in Spain have been asking for more documentation in order to pass UK-registered cars and vans through the ITV test. This is because the UK is no longer a member of the…
Essential documents to carry in your car when driving in Spain
If you are driving a Spanish registered vehicle in Spain, there are four mandatory documents you must carry in the car. A valid driving licence the vehicle’s Permiso de Circulación the Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica del Vehículo Up to date ITV pass certificate if applicable You need to carry the originals with you at all…
What is an ITV test and when do I need one?
The ITV (Inspección técnica de vehículos) is the Spanish vehicle roadworthiness test, like the MOT in the UK. The frequency of the test depends on the category and age of the vehicle. Once you have imported a vehicle into Spain (or if you already have one registered in Spain), it’s liable for periodic inspections. Most…
Top tips for preparing your RHD vehicle for a Spanish ITV test
Top tips for preparing your RHD vehicle for a Spanish ITV test If you are importing a right-hand drive car from the UK, part of the registration process is a technical inspection (ITV) to ensure the vehicle is road worthy. When it comes to the time of the technical test, there are a few issues you…