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Moving to Spain: The driving licence

Contents:
Introduction

Moving to Spain
Registration Procedures
The Residence Permit
Moving Goods
Moving Plants & Animals
Moving Financial Assets
Moving Cars
The Driving Licence
Finding Accommodation
Finding a School

Living in Spain
The System
General Taxation
Cost of Living
Shopping
Accommodation
Cultural & Social Life
Educational System
Private Life
Transport
Health Systems

Social Security
National Provisions
E forms: General Overview
Registration (workers)
Sickness Insurance
Unemployment Insurance

Working in Spain
General EU Legislation
Finding a Job
Job Application

Recognition of Diplomas
General System
Paramedical Professions
Teachers
Engineers
Lawyers
General & Specialist Doctors
Pharmacists
Dentists
Midwives
Veterinarians/Vets

Organisations in Spain
Useful Contacts for Employment Services in Spain
Useful Contacts for Social Security Organisations in Spain
Useful Contacts for Taxes in Spain
Useful Contacts for Education and the Recognition of Diplomas in Spain
Useful Contacts for Tourism and Transport in Spain
Useful Contacts for Ministries and Government in Spain
Useful Contacts for Embassies in Spain
The Driving Licence
There is currently no common EU driving licence in place, but the EU Member States have introduced a “Community Model” driving licence. This common model ensures that driving licences issued by different EU countries are easily recognised in other Member States. A principle of mutual recognition is generally applied. The licence is issued in accordance to national law, but should incorporate provisions concerning the Community Model, such as the basic conditions to be granted a licence.

Old driving licences issued before 1996 do not have to be exchanged for the new Community Model driving licence and remain valid until their expiration.

If an EU citizen takes up residence in another Member State, it is not necessary to exchange the driving licence, although many often do for practical reasons. Also, some Member States require that additional data be entered onto the licence to fulfil certain administrative requirements.

In the event of expiry, loss or theft, a new driving licence can be issued in the Member State of residence, in accordance to national conditions. Citizens should contact the competent authorities.

Last updated 02/08

Source: European Union
© European Communities
Reproduction is authorised.

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