How to Authorize Someone Else to Take Your Vehicle for the ITV in Solorzano (Template Download)
If you are unable to take your vehicle to the ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) station yourself, Spanish law allows you to authorize another person to do it on your behalf. Whether you are busy, away, or simply prefer someone else to handle the process, you will need a formal authorization document to ensure the station accepts the vehicle from a third party. This article provides a ready-to-use template for residents in Solorzano and the surrounding Cantabria region.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in Solorzano
To use this authorization, follow these steps:
- Download and Print: Copy the text below into a Word document or PDF and print it.
- Fill in the Details: Ensure both the owner (the person whose name is on the vehicle registration) and the authorized person provide their full names and DNI/NIE numbers.
- Signatures: Both parties must sign the document.
- Location: While Solorzano does not have its own permanent ITV station, residents typically visit the nearest stations in the Cantabria network, such as the ones in Maliaño or Colindres.
- Submission: You do not need to submit this to a government office beforehand. Simply hand this signed document to the technician at the ITV station when you arrive for your appointment.
AUTORIZACIÓN PARA PASAR LA INSPECCIÓN TÉCNICA DE VEHÍCULOS (ITV)
En Solorzano, a [Día] de [Mes] de 202X
DATOS DEL TITULAR DEL VEHÍCULO:
Nombre y Apellidos: _________________________________________________
DNI/NIE: __________________________________________________________
Teléfono: _________________________________________________________DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO:
Matrícula: ________________________________________________________
Marca y Modelo: ___________________________________________________DATOS DE LA PERSONA AUTORIZADA:
Nombre y Apellidos: _________________________________________________
DNI/NIE: __________________________________________________________Por la presente, el titular del vehículo arriba mencionado AUTORIZA a la persona designada para que, en su nombre y representación, proceda a realizar los trámites necesarios para la Inspección Técnica de Vehículos (ITV) del vehículo indicado, así como para firmar la documentación necesaria y recibir el informe de inspección.
Firma del Titular:
__________________________Firma del Autorizado:
__________________________
Additional documentation required
Beyond the authorization letter, ensure the person going to the ITV station carries the following items:
- Permiso de Circulación: The original vehicle registration document (the "green card").
- Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica: The vehicle's technical inspection card (the paper document where the ITV stamp is placed).
- Identification: The authorized person must bring their original DNI or NIE.
- Proof of Insurance: While the station can often verify this electronically, it is highly recommended to carry proof of a valid, active insurance policy.
Expert Tip: Always make an appointment (cita previa) online through the official Cantabria ITV website before heading to the station. If you arrive without an appointment, you may be turned away or face significant wait times. Additionally, ensure the vehicle is clean and that all lights and indicators are functioning correctly, as this is the most common reason for a failed inspection.