How to Authorize Someone Else to Take Your Car for ITV in Sant Joan: Downloadable Template

If your vehicle is due for its mandatory Spanish technical inspection (ITV) but you are unable to take it yourself, you do not need to worry. In Spain, you can legally authorize a third party—a friend, family member, or even a professional service—to take your car to the station on your behalf. This article provides a practical guide and a ready-to-use authorization template tailored for residents of Sant Joan.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Sant Joan

To ensure the process goes smoothly at your local ITV station (such as those serving the Sant Joan d'Alacant area), follow these steps:

• Complete the template: Fill in your personal details, the vehicle's information, and the details of the person you are authorizing.
• Sign the document: The document must be signed by the registered owner of the vehicle.
• Attach identification: Print a copy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport to accompany the authorization.
• Present at the station: The authorized person must present the signed authorization, your identification, and the original vehicle documentation (Permiso de Circulación and Ficha Técnica) to the ITV staff upon arrival.

While you do not need to "submit" this document to a government office beforehand, it is a mandatory document to have in hand when the vehicle arrives at the inspection lane to verify that the driver has the owner's consent.

AUTORIZACIÓN PARA LA INSPECCIÓN TÉCNICA DE VEHÍCULOS (ITV)

En Sant Joan d'Alacant, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].

DATOS DEL TITULAR DEL VEHÍCULO:
Nombre y Apellidos: [Nombre del Propietario]
DNI/NIE: [Número de Documento del Propietario]

DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO:
Matrícula: [Número de Matrícula]
Marca y Modelo: [Marca y Modelo]

AUTORIZACIÓN:
Por la presente, autorizo a:
Nombre y Apellidos: [Nombre de la Persona Autorizada]
DNI/NIE: [Número de Documento del Autorizado]

Para que, en mi nombre y representación, proceda a realizar la inspección técnica periódica (ITV) del vehículo arriba indicado, así como a realizar cualquier gestión necesaria en la estación de ITV.

Firma del Titular:
[Firma]

Additional documentation required

Aside from the authorization letter, the person taking your vehicle must carry the following original documents to pass the inspection without issues:

• Ficha Técnica: The original technical sheet of the vehicle.
• Permiso de Circulación: The original registration certificate.
• Proof of Insurance: While the ITV station often checks the database (DGT), it is highly recommended to carry the latest receipt of your current insurance policy.
• ID of the authorized person: The person taking the car must carry their own original DNI/NIE/Passport to identify themselves to the inspectors.

Expert Tip: Always ensure your vehicle is in good working order before your appointment. If you are sending someone else, double-check that they have the original documents, as photocopies are rarely accepted by inspectors. If your ITV has expired, remember that you are technically not allowed to drive the vehicle except to the ITV station itself, so ensure your authorized driver is aware of the appointment time and place to avoid unnecessary risks.