How to Register an Imported German Vehicle in Sant Hilari Sacalm: Download Your Bilingual Purchase Contract
Importing a vehicle from Germany to Spain is a popular choice for many residents in Sant Hilari Sacalm, but the administrative burden can be overwhelming. To legally transfer ownership and begin the Spanish registration process (matriculación), you must have a solid, legally binding purchase contract. This article provides a bilingual (Spanish/English) template designed to meet the requirements of the Spanish Traffic Department (DGT) and local tax offices.
Instructions on how and where to submit your documentation in Sant Hilari Sacalm
Once you have signed the bilingual contract, you must follow these steps to legalize your vehicle in the province of Girona:
- ITV (Technical Inspection): You must take the vehicle to an authorized ITV station to obtain the Spanish "Ficha Técnica."
- Tax Office (Agencia Tributaria): You must settle the Impuesto de Matriculación (Model 576) via the AEAT website or their offices in Girona.
- Town Hall (Ayuntamiento de Sant Hilari Sacalm): You must pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) at the local town hall.
- DGT (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico): Finally, present the documentation at the DGT office in Girona. It is highly recommended to book an appointment (cita previa) online before attending.
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT
VENDEDOR / SELLER: [Nombre/Name], con DNI/NIE/Passport [Número/Number], con domicilio en [Dirección/Address].
COMPRADOR / BUYER: [Nombre/Name], con DNI/NIE/Passport [Número/Number], con domicilio en [Dirección/Address].
DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE DETAILS:
Marca/Make: [Marca] | Modelo/Model: [Modelo] | Bastidor/VIN: [Número de bastidor] | Matrícula/Plate: [Matrícula alemana]
CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES:
1. El vendedor declara ser dueño del vehículo libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The seller declares to be the owner of the vehicle, free of all charges and liens.
2. El comprador adquiere el vehículo en el estado en que se encuentra, conocido por él. / The buyer acquires the vehicle in its current state, known to them.
3. El precio acordado es de [Cantidad] euros, pagados mediante [Método de pago]. / The agreed price is [Amount] euros, paid via [Payment method].
Firmado en / Signed in [Ciudad] a [Fecha].
Firma Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________
Firma Comprador / Buyer Signature: ____________________
Additional documentation required
Beyond the purchase contract, ensure you have the following original documents ready for your appointment at the DGT:
- Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I & II: The original German registration documents (both parts).
- COC (Certificate of Conformity): Highly recommended to speed up the ITV process.
- Proof of Identity: Your valid DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- Receipt of IVTM payment: Proof that the local municipal tax has been paid in Sant Hilari Sacalm.
- Tasa de Matriculación: Proof of payment of the DGT registration fee (Model 791).
Expert Tip: Always ensure the purchase contract clearly states the exact date and time of the transaction. This is crucial for determining liability regarding traffic fines or accidents that may occur during the transit of the vehicle. If the contract is not in Spanish, the DGT may require a sworn translation (traducción jurada), so using this bilingual template helps you avoid those extra translation costs and bureaucratic delays.