How often do you need to renew your driver’s license?
Before going into details about renewal options, it’s important to know how often you need to renew your driver’s license. In Spain, the validity of the driver’s license varies according to the age of the driver and the type of vehicle.
For drivers of private vehicles (licence type B), renewal is done every 10 years until the age of 65. From this age, the renewal must be done every 5 years.
Options for renewing your driving license in 2024
via online
The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has implemented an option to renew your driver’s license online. This option is ideal for drivers who prefer to avoid commutes and long waits.
To renew your driving license online, follow these steps:
– Access the Electronic Headquarters of the DGT using a digital certificate, electronic ID or Cl@ve to identify yourself.
– Fill in the application form with the required data and attach a recent photo.
– Pay the corresponding fee securely through the platform.
– Carry out the medical examination at an authorized center to obtain the psychophysical fitness report, which will be automatically sent to the DGT.
Recognition centers
Another option to renew your driver’s license is to go directly to an authorized medical examination center. These centers are distributed throughout Spain and offer a comprehensive service.
To renew your driver’s license at a recognition center, you must follow these steps:
– Go to the recognition center without the need for a prior appointment in most cases.
– Submit to a series of tests to assess psychophysical fitness.
– Bring your driver’s license and a recent photo.
– Pay the fee and receive a provisional voucher from the centre.
Provincial Prefectures of Traffic
The third option to renew your driver’s license is to go to the Provincial Traffic Prefectures. This option is useful for those who prefer to do the procedure in person.
To renew your driver’s license at the Provincial Traffic Prefectures, you must follow these steps:
– Request an appointment in advance on the DGT website or by calling 060 and filling out the application form.
– Carry out the medical examination, deliver the documentation and pay the fee.
– Bring the psychophysical fitness report, driver’s license and a recent photo.
Renewing your driving license in 2024 is a simple process thanks to the options offered by the DGT. Keeping your driver’s license up to date is essential to continue driving legally and safely.
