How to Request a Certificate of Conformity (COC) in Caspe: Downloadable Template
If you have recently imported a vehicle to Spain or need to register a foreign car in the municipality of Caspe, you will inevitably encounter the requirement for a Certificate of Conformity (COC). A COC is an official document issued by the vehicle manufacturer that certifies the vehicle complies with European Union type-approval standards. Without this document, the Spanish Traffic Authority (DGT) and the ITV (Technical Inspection of Vehicles) station will not be able to process your vehicle's registration or roadworthiness test. This article provides a ready-to-use template to help you request this document from the manufacturer or their authorized representative.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in Caspe
The Certificate of Conformity is not issued by the local Caspe Town Hall (Ayuntamiento), but rather by the vehicle manufacturer. However, once you receive the document, your administrative journey continues locally:
- Step 1: Fill out the template below and send it to the manufacturer’s official customer service department or their Spanish importer.
- Step 2: Once you receive the original COC via courier, you must take your vehicle to the nearest ITV station. The closest facility for those residing in Caspe is the ITV Caspe station (located in the Polígono Industrial).
- Step 3: Present the COC along with your vehicle documentation to the ITV inspectors to obtain your Spanish technical card (Ficha Técnica).
- Step 4: With the Ficha Técnica and the COC, you can then proceed to pay your "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Registration Tax) and visit the DGT office in Zaragoza to finalize your license plates.
SOLICITUD DE CERTIFICADO DE CONFORMIDAD (COC)
A la atención del Departamento de Homologaciones de [Nombre del Fabricante]:
Por la presente, yo [Nombre y Apellidos], con DNI/NIE [Número de Identificación], y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [Dirección completa en Caspe, Zaragoza], solicito la emisión del Certificado de Conformidad (COC) para el vehículo de su marca con los siguientes datos:
- Número de Bastidor (VIN): [Escribir número de chasis completo]
- Marca: [Marca del vehículo]
- Modelo: [Modelo del vehículo]
Adjunto a esta solicitud copia de mi documento de identidad y copia del permiso de circulación original del país de origen para acreditar la titularidad del vehículo.
Por favor, indiquen el procedimiento para el abono de las tasas correspondientes y el plazo estimado de envío del documento original a mi domicilio.
En Caspe, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].
Firma:
[Tu firma]
Additional documentation required
When submitting your request to the manufacturer, ensure you have digital or physical copies of the following items, as they are strictly required for the verification of your vehicle's history:
- Proof of Ownership: The original registration document (Permiso de Circulación) from the country of origin.
- Identification: A clear copy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- VIN Verification: A photograph of the vehicle's chassis number (VIN) stamped on the frame, as the manufacturer may request proof that the vehicle is physically present and accessible.
- Payment Receipt: Most manufacturers charge a fee (ranging from 100€ to 250€) for issuing a duplicate COC; keep the bank transfer receipt as proof of payment.
Expert Tip: Always check if your vehicle's technical data is already registered in the Spanish "FIVA" database. Sometimes, if the car model was sold in Spain previously, the ITV station in Caspe may be able to perform a "Ficha Reducida" (a simplified technical report) which is significantly cheaper and faster than requesting an original COC from the manufacturer abroad. Always consult with the ITV Caspe station staff before paying for a manufacturer's COC to see if they can process your registration with a Ficha Reducida instead.