British citizens who are residents in Spain can exchange their UK driving license for a Spanish one without taking the Spanish driving test, thanks to the agreement reached between the UK and Spain on March 16, 2023.
Is there any period to do this process?
Yes there is a time limit for all british citizens who are residents in Spain, all drivers must exchange their UK driving license for a Spanish one within six months of their arrival in the country.
What are the most important documents?
- A driving license in force
- A resident card (TIE)
- A special medical certificate (psicotécnico)
- A certificate of registration in the census (in case of )
How long does it takes the process?
The exchange process typically takes around 1 month, unless every case is different.
If you want to have the greatest facilities in this procedure and avoid queues and unnecessary travel, you can contact our administrative department.