Which driving licences are valid in Spain?
Which driving licences are valid in Spain? Can I drive with my U.S. driver's license in Spain? U.S. citizens who plan to drive in Spain must obtain an international driving permit (IDP) prior to their arrival. An international driving permit translates your state-issued driver's license into ten languages so that officials in foreign countries can interpret it.
What type of ID do they use in Spain?
The Spanish always carry their national identity card (Documento National de Identidad, also called DNI). Members of the European Union should carry their national identity card or their passport.
Can I drive my US car in Spain?
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 from the date the vehicle first entered the country. In all cases the vehicle needs to be fully legal in the country of current registration.
How do you get an international drivers permit for Spain?
An International Driving Permit is a translation of your national driving license. The IDP allows motorists to drive vehicles in foreign countries. You must always have your IDP along with your national license at all times. To get an International Driving Permit in Spain, visit Dirección General de Tráfico Provincial.
Do you need car insurance to rent a car in Spain?
Third-party liability insurance is a legal requirement when you're hiring a car in Spain.