Certificate of census registration (“empadronamiento”)
Recent photo on white background and passport size (32x26mm)
Completed official form (provided by the DGT)
Get a Spanish Driving Licence
To get a Spanish license by taking the test in Spain visit theDGT website ( Direction General de Trafico
An application should be made to the Provincial Traffic Headquarters of the applicant’s province of residence a completed application form needs to be completed. The form is issued by the Provincial Traffic Headquarters.
For further info visit the DGT . The website is available in English
Drivers who live in Spain permanently can also obtain Spanish licence by taking a new test.
Holiday checklist, hints and tips, here are some suggestions to start you off..
Holiday Spending Money, order your currency ready
Passport / Check expiry date / Visa Requirements
Medication – (better if kept in hand luggage). Make sure you take enough for your trip, and a few days extra just in case.
TIP :- If you take medication for a medical condition, make sure if you have travel insurance that the medical condition has been declared and accepted – You may need to call the insurance to check this, better off doing this before travelling to be sure… !
Sun Care Products
Vaccinations – depending on where you are traveling.
Book Car Hire / Transfers
If hotel does not have 24/7 reception, make sure you will be able to check in when you arrive. Contact hotel in advance to save problems upon arrival
EHIC Card / Please remember to take this if visiting European Country where reciprocal agreement applies, just in case you require healthcare abroad.
Print off Boarding cards / Accom & Transfer Vouchers / Save to Airline app if applicable – (this could save you a lot of money)