Get Your UK Car on Spanish Plates — Without the Paperwork Headache

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4.9/5 from 500+ reviews 60,000+ vehicles imported Family-run business Fully licensed in Spain

Driving on UK Plates in Spain? Here's What You Risk

Fines and Confiscation

Residents have 30 days to re-register. Non-residents get 6 months. Miss that deadline and you face fines up to €6,000 — or your car gets towed.

Insurance Gaps

UK insurance may not cover you long-term in Spain. If you're in an accident on expired cover, you're personally liable for all damages.

A Paperwork Maze

ITV tests, customs forms, DGT filings, tax calculations — all in Spanish. One wrong form or missed payment can cost you thousands.

We Handle Everything — In 3 Simple Steps

From your first enquiry to collecting your Spanish plates, we manage the entire process.

1

Get Your Free Quote

Enter your reg number. We calculate exact costs including all taxes, ITV fees, and our service charge.

2

We Do the Paperwork

We manage the ITV test, customs clearance, tax payments, and all government filings. You don't need to speak a word of Spanish.

3

Drive on Spanish Plates

Collect your car with permanent Spanish registration, all documentation complete. Fully legal, fully insured.

Why 60,000+ Drivers Trust Us

Fixed-Price Guarantee

We quote you a price before we start. That's the price you pay. All taxes, fees, and our service charge — no extras.

We Speak Your Language

Native English speakers who are also fluent in Spanish. We deal with every office, form, and phone call so you don't have to.

Cheaper Than Buying in Spain

UK cars cost 20-40% less than the same models sold in Spain — even after you pay import taxes. Keep the car you already know and trust.

Save on Insurance

Spanish insurance covers any driver over 25 on your policy — no named drivers. Most policies include free breakdown recovery too.

Headlight Specialists

We realign every headlight type — reflector, projector, LED, xenon. No other company in Spain can say that. Saves you up to €1,000 vs buying replacements.

Family Business, Personal Service

We're a registered Spanish company that pays its taxes here. You'll deal with the same people throughout, and they'll know your name.

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★

"I can't praise Car Registrations Spain enough. They guided me through the process and were very patient throughout. The staff have been really helpful and friendly both over the phone and face to face. There was an issue with the ITV but I was directed to a local garage who sorted the problem the same afternoon and I was able to complete the retest the same day."

Ian O

Murcia, March 2026

★★★★★

"Just had my car replated with Car-Registrations-Spain — really happy. Competitively priced and a brilliant service. The whole process was explained thoroughly, I was kept informed throughout and all promises were kept! I struggled with getting the right Spanish insurance and they even sorted this for me — a lot cheaper than I could find it anywhere!"

Shelley K

Alicante

★★★★★

"I would definitely use this company again — they have been incredibly efficient, friendly and helpful. I would say worth every penny as they take all the stress out of importing a car."

Riccardo M

March 2026

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Our Services

Vehicle Import

UK or EU car to permanent Spanish plates. We handle the ITV test, tax payments, customs, and plate fitting.

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Transfer of Ownership

Buying or selling a car already on Spanish plates? We handle the paperwork and tax so you don't have to visit Trafico.

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Vehicle Search (DGT Report)

Check a Spanish vehicle for outstanding debts, embargoes, finance markers, and ITV status before you buy.

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Common Questions

Non-residents: up to 6 months. Spanish residents: just 30 days. After that, you're legally required to re-register on Spanish plates. Your car must remain taxed, MOT'd, and insured in the UK while on UK plates.
It depends on your car's value and CO2 emissions. Registration tax ranges from 0% to 15.9% of the vehicle value. Our service fee is a small flat rate on top. Enter your reg number above for an instant estimate, or get a detailed quote — both completely free.
Typically 3-4 weeks from start to finish. We manage the entire timeline and keep you informed at every stage.
Most UK right-hand-drive vehicles need headlight realignment to pass the Spanish ITV import test. We can realign virtually all headlight types — including LED and Xenon — at our workshop, usually for far less than the cost of replacement units.
You'll need your V5C (logbook), valid ID (passport), NIE certificate, and proof of Spanish address. We'll tell you exactly what's needed and guide you through getting anything you're missing.
Yes! We import vehicles from across Europe — Germany, France, Italy, and more. The process varies slightly by country. Get in touch for a quote.
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Or call us: +34 868 990 576 (Spain) · +44 (0)2380 200 706 (UK)