FAQs

Do I need to go to the DGT?

Typically the following documents are needed:

• Identification (passport or EU ID)

• NIE number

• Original vehicle documents from the country of origin

• Purchase invoice or contract

• Certificate of Conformity (COC) or technical data

• Proof of address

After reviewing your case, we will confirm exactly what documentation is required.

How long does the registration process take?

Can you accompany me to ITV station?

What if my car does not have a COC?

Do I need an ITV inspection?

Yes, we can attend the ITV station with your vehicle or on your behalf if needed.

Yes. All vehicles must pass an ITV inspection before they can be registered in Spain.

We can arrange the ITV appointment and ensure the documentation is ready beforehand.

The process typically takes 7–14 working days, depending on ITV availability and administrative processing times.

If the vehicle does not have a Certificate of Conformity (COC), additional technical documentation may be required.

In these cases a Ficha Reducida prepared by a certified engineer is usually needed.

What documents are required?

No. The official submission is handled through an authorized administrative agency.

We prepare and organize all documentation and deliver the file for the final registration procedure.

Can I send documents by WhatsApp?

Yes. You can send photos of your documents via WhatsApp for the initial review.

You can also bring the documents to our office or send them by email.

Is this service legal?

Yes. We assist with document preparation, coordination and logistics.

The official submission before the Spanish traffic authorities is carried out through an authorized administrative agency.

Can I register a car from another EU country in Tenerife?

Yes. Vehicles from EU countries can be registered in the Canary Islands once the required documentation, customs procedures and inspections are completed.

Do I need to pay taxes when importing a car to the Canary Islands?

Vehicles entering the Canary Islands require customs processing and may be subject to local taxes depending on the circumstances of the import.