How to Legally Drive a Borrowed Car Abroad: Download Your Authorization Template for Jacarilla

If you are planning to drive a vehicle that is not registered in your name outside of Spain, you are required by law to carry a formal authorization from the registered owner. This document is essential to prove that you have permission to use the vehicle and to avoid accusations of theft or unauthorized use when crossing borders. Whether you are a resident of Jacarilla or just passing through, this template will help you comply with international traffic regulations.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Jacarilla

In Spain, this document is a private agreement between the vehicle owner and the driver; it does not need to be submitted to a government office in Jacarilla. However, for it to be legally robust, it must be notarized or signed in the presence of a legal authority. Follow these steps:

• Download and complete the template provided below.
• Print two copies of the document.
• Visit a Notary Public (Notaría) in the Vega Baja del Segura area to have the signatures verified (Legitimación de firmas). While not strictly mandatory in all countries, it is highly recommended to prevent issues with foreign police.
• Keep the original document in the glove compartment of the car alongside the vehicle's registration papers (Permiso de Circulación) and the ITV card.

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

DATOS DEL PROPIETARIO / OWNER DETAILS:
Nombre y Apellidos / Full Name: _________________________________
DNI/NIE/Pasaporte: _________________________________
Dirección / Address: _________________________________

DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE DETAILS:
Matrícula / License Plate: _________________________________
Marca y Modelo / Make and Model: _________________________________
Número de Bastidor / VIN: _________________________________

DATOS DEL CONDUCTOR AUTORIZADO / AUTHORIZED DRIVER DETAILS:
Nombre y Apellidos / Full Name: _________________________________
DNI/NIE/Pasaporte: _________________________________
Número de Permiso de Conducir / Driving License Number: _________________

DECLARACIÓN / DECLARATION:
El abajo firmante, en calidad de propietario del vehículo anteriormente descrito, AUTORIZA expresamente a la persona arriba indicada a conducir dicho vehículo fuera del territorio español.
The undersigned, as the owner of the vehicle described above, expressly AUTHORIZES the person mentioned above to drive said vehicle outside of Spanish territory.

Firmado en / Signed in ____________________, a _____ de ____________ de 20____.

Firma del Propietario / Owner Signature: _______________________

Additional documentation required

When driving abroad, simply having the authorization is not enough. You must ensure you carry the following original documents at all times:

• The vehicle's original registration certificate (Permiso de Circulación).
• The valid ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) card with the latest stamp.
• Proof of valid insurance (Carta Verde / Green Card is recommended for non-EU countries).
• Your valid driving license.
• A copy of the owner's DNI or NIE to verify the signature on the authorization document.

Expert Tip: Before leaving Jacarilla, check with your insurance company to ensure that the policy covers international travel and that the "borrower" of the car is also covered under the policy terms. Some insurance companies have age or experience restrictions for secondary drivers. If you are crossing non-EU borders, verify if your insurance company requires you to request a "Green Card" specifically for your trip.