Driving a Friend's Car Abroad from Anxeles (Santa María-Brion): Download Your Legal Authorization Template

If you are planning to drive a vehicle that is not registered in your name across Spanish borders, you are required to carry an official authorization from the vehicle owner. This is particularly important for residents in areas like Anxeles (Santa María-Brion), as local police or international border authorities may request proof that you have permission to use the car, preventing potential accusations of vehicle theft or unauthorized use. This template provides a legally binding bilingual document to ensure your trip proceeds without bureaucratic hurdles.

Instructions on how and where to submit/use it in Anxeles (Santa María-Brion)

This document does not need to be "submitted" to a government office in the traditional sense, as it is a private authorization. However, it must be signed by the owner and, ideally, legalized. Follow these steps:

• Notarization: While not strictly mandatory, it is highly recommended to have the signature of the vehicle owner authenticated by a Notary Public. The nearest notary offices are located in the neighboring town of Padrón or Santiago de Compostela.
• Language: Keep this bilingual version in your glove compartment alongside the vehicle's "Permiso de Circulación" (Registration Certificate).
• Verification: If you are stopped, present this document alongside your DNI/Passport and the original vehicle documentation.

AUTORIZACIÓN PARA LA CONDUCCIÓN DE VEHÍCULO EN EL EXTRANJERO / AUTHORIZATION TO DRIVE A VEHICLE ABROAD

DATOS DEL PROPIETARIO / VEHICLE OWNER DETAILS:
Nombre/Name: _________________________________________________
DNI/Passport: _________________________________________________
Dirección/Address: _____________________________________________

DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE DETAILS:
Matrícula/License Plate: ________________________________________
Marca y Modelo/Make and Model: _________________________________

DATOS DEL CONDUCTOR AUTORIZADO / AUTHORIZED DRIVER DETAILS:
Nombre/Name: _________________________________________________
DNI/Passport: _________________________________________________

DECLARACIÓN / STATEMENT:
Por la presente, el propietario autoriza al conductor mencionado a utilizar el vehículo arriba indicado fuera del territorio español. / The owner hereby authorizes the driver mentioned above to use the vehicle indicated outside of Spanish territory.

Firma del Propietario / Owner's Signature: __________________________
Fecha / Date: _________________________________________________

Additional documentation required

To ensure total compliance, you must carry the following original documents in the vehicle at all times:

• Permiso de Circulación: The original registration document of the car.
• Ficha Técnica: The technical inspection card (ITV) showing that the vehicle has passed its roadworthiness tests.
• Proof of Insurance: A valid "Carta Verde" (Green Card) if traveling outside the EU, or proof of insurance coverage that includes international assistance.
• Your Driving License: Ensure your Spanish driving license is current and valid for the category of the vehicle.

Expert Tip: Before you leave Anxeles, check with your insurance provider to confirm that your specific policy covers international travel. Some Spanish insurers require prior notification if the vehicle will be out of the country for an extended period, or they may need to issue a specific international certificate. Always keep a digital copy of this authorization on your phone in case the physical document is misplaced.