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Driver’s License Exchange (Canje DGT) & Driving School
Exchanging foreign driving licenses with DGT (canje), mandatory medical/psychological test (psicotécnico), and Spanish driving school exams.
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Castilian Spanish
«Tengo cita previa en la Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico para el canje de mi permiso de conducir extranjero.»
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Expat Practical Handbook
Spanish legal regulations, insider tips, and actionable checklist for «Driver’s License Exchange (Canje DGT) & Driving School»
Spanish Legal & Regulatory Framework
Regulated by the Spanish General Driver Regulations (Royal Decree 818/2009) and international DGT treaties.
Common Expat Pitfalls & Solutions
Driving with a non-EU license after 6 months of acquiring legal Spanish residency (fines up to 500€).
Initiate license exchange during your first months in Spain to prevent traffic penalties for unlicensed driving.
Attending appointment before country of origin has confirmed driving license authenticity to DGT.
Monitor your exchange case status online on DGT portal until it indicates "Contestada" (Verified).
Step-by-Step Action Plan & Checklist: Driver’s License Exchange (Canje DGT) & Driving School
1. Book Canje Appointment
Submit online appointment request under foreign license exchange section on DGT portal.
2. Pass Medical Test
Pass psychophysical fitness test at an accredited driver examination clinic (~35€).
3. Pay DGT Fee 4.4
Pay the official DGT exchange fee (~28€) using credit card at the traffic branch.
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