How to Obtain Your European Certificate of Conformity (COC) in Atxuri: Downloadable Template

If you have recently imported a vehicle to Spain or are navigating the complex process of vehicle registration (matriculación) in Atxuri, you may have been asked for a "Certificado de Conformidad" (COC). The COC is a formal document issued by the vehicle manufacturer that certifies the car complies with European Union safety and environmental standards. Without this document, the ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) will not be able to process your registration. This guide provides you with a ready-to-use template to request this document directly from the manufacturer’s representative in Spain.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Atxuri

While the COC is requested from the manufacturer, the subsequent registration process takes place at the local traffic authorities. In the Atxuri area of Bilbao, you must manage your vehicle registration through the Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico de Bizkaia.

• Step 1: Complete the template provided below with your vehicle's specific details (VIN number is essential).
• Step 2: Send the request via the official email address of the manufacturer’s Spanish headquarters or their authorized dealership.
• Step 3: Once you receive the original COC via courier, you must schedule an appointment for an ITV inspection.
• Step 4: Present the COC, along with your import documentation, at the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) office in Bilbao to finalize your Spanish license plates.

SOLICITUD DE EXPEDICIÓN DE CERTIFICADO DE CONFORMIDAD (COC)

A la atención del Departamento de Homologaciones de [Nombre de la Marca del Vehículo]:

Por la presente, yo [Nombre y Apellidos del Solicitante], con DNI/NIE [Número de identificación], solicito la expedición del Certificado de Conformidad (COC) para el vehículo de su marca con los siguientes datos:

Marca: [Marca]
Modelo: [Modelo]
Número de Bastidor (VIN): [Número de 17 dígitos]
País de procedencia: [Ej: Alemania/Francia]

Adjunto a esta solicitud, envío copia de mi documento de identidad y copia de la ficha técnica original del vehículo para verificar los datos.

Por favor, indiquen el procedimiento para el abono de las tasas correspondientes y el plazo estimado de envío del documento original a la siguiente dirección: [Dirección completa en Atxuri, Bilbao].

En Atxuri, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].

Fdo: [Firma]

Additional documentation required

To ensure your request is processed without delays, you must attach the following documents to your email or physical letter:

• A clear, high-quality scan of the vehicle’s original registration certificate from the country of origin (Part I and Part II).
• A copy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
• Proof of purchase (Invoice or Bill of Sale) if the vehicle is recently acquired.
• If you are acting on behalf of a company, include the CIF and the representative's authorization.

Expert Tip: Always request the COC directly from the manufacturer's official Spanish division to avoid high brokerage fees charged by third-party "homologation" agencies. If your vehicle is older than 20 years, it may not have a COC; in that case, you will need a "Ficha Reducida" signed by an engineer, which is a different legal process. Always verify your VIN number carefully, as even a single digit error will cause the DGT to reject your entire application.