How to Authorize Driving Someone Else's Car Abroad from El Pedernoso: Downloadable Template

If you are planning to take a vehicle registered in Spain across international borders, but the car is not registered in your name, you are legally required to carry an official authorization document. This is crucial for avoiding complications with local police or border authorities. Whether you are a resident of El Pedernoso or just passing through, having this notarized or signed document ensures you can prove you have the owner's explicit consent to operate the vehicle outside of Spain.

Instructions on how and where to submit/use it in El Pedernoso (El)

This document is a private agreement between the vehicle owner and the driver. In Spain, you do not need to submit this to the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) directly, but you must carry it in the vehicle at all times. To ensure maximum legal validity in El Pedernoso, follow these steps:

• Download the template provided below and fill in the details for both the owner and the driver.
• Print two copies of the document.
• Visit a local "Notaría" or a "Gestoría" in the province of Cuenca to have the owner's signature "legitimized." While not strictly mandatory for all countries, it is highly recommended to prevent any accusations of vehicle theft.
• Keep the original document in the glove box alongside the vehicle's "Permiso de Circulación" and "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 / Name: ___________________________________
DNI/NIE: __________________
Domicilio / Address: _________________________________________

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

DATOS DEL CONDUCTOR AUTORIZADO / AUTHORIZED DRIVER DETAILS:
Nombre y Apellidos / Name: ___________________________________
DNI/NIE/Pasaporte / ID/Passport: ____________________________

DECLARACIÓN / DECLARATION:
El abajo firmante, propietario del vehículo arriba indicado, autoriza expresamente a la persona mencionada para conducir dicho vehículo fuera del territorio nacional español, incluyendo países de la Unión Europea y terceros países, durante el periodo comprendido entre el ____/____/20___ y el ____/____/20___.

The undersigned, owner of the vehicle mentioned above, expressly authorizes the person named above to drive said vehicle outside of Spanish national territory, including EU countries and third countries, during the period from ____/____/20___ to ____/____/20___.

En / In ________________ (El Pedernoso), a ____ de ____________ de 20___.

Firma del Propietario / Owner's Signature:
___________________________________

Additional documentation required

Beyond this authorization, you must ensure you are carrying the following mandatory documents to avoid fines while traveling abroad:

• Original Vehicle Registration (Permiso de Circulación): Never carry a photocopy.
• ITV Card (Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica): Must be up to date with the current sticker visible on the windshield.
• Valid Insurance Policy: Ensure your Spanish insurance covers travel in the countries you intend to visit. Request a "Carta Verde" (Green Card) from your insurer if traveling outside the EU.
• Driving License: Ensure your physical license is valid and not expired.

Expert tip: If you are traveling to a country outside the European Economic Area, check if your insurance provider requires a specific certificate of coverage. Additionally, if the vehicle is financed, it is wise to carry a copy of the financing contract or a letter from the bank, as some border authorities may ask for proof of ownership status if the vehicle is "renting" or "leasing." Drive safely and ensure your vehicle is equipped with the mandatory safety kit required by the laws of the countries you will be transiting.