Download Your Private Car Rental Contract in Eibar (Word/PDF)

Navigating the legalities of renting a vehicle directly from another individual in Spain can feel overwhelming without the right paperwork. A Contrato de Alquiler de Coche entre Particulares (Private Car Rental Agreement between Individuals) is a legally binding contract used when a private car owner temporarily leases their personal vehicle to a driver in exchange for financial compensation. Using a properly drafted bilingual agreement protects both parties against liabilities, traffic fines, and damages, ensuring a transparent transaction in Eibar and throughout the Basque Country.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Eibar

Because a private car rental agreement is a contract between two private parties rather than a tax form, it does not need to be submitted directly to a municipal office or the Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) at the start of the rental. However, both parties must keep a signed copy in the vehicle at all times during the rental period in case of a routine traffic stop by the Ertzaintza or local police in Eibar. Furthermore, if the vehicle is being used for commercial peer-to-peer sharing, the owner may need to register the economic activity with the Provincial Treasury of Gipuzkoa (Hacienda Foral de Gipuzkoa) and notify their private auto insurer to ensure coverage remains valid during the rental.

CONTRATO DE ALQUILER DE VEHÍCULO ENTRE PARTICULARES / PRIVATE CAR RENTAL AGREEMENT

En Eibar, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].
In Eibar, on [Day] of [Month] [Year].

REUNIDOS / THE PARTIES

De una parte, D./Dña. [Nombre del Propietario], mayor de edad, con DNI/NIE [Número de DNI], y domicilio en [Dirección en Eibar], en adelante el ARRENDADOR.
On one part, Mr./Ms. [Owner's Name], of legal age, with ID [ID Number], and address at [Address in Eibar], hereinafter the LESSOR.

Y de otra parte, D./Dña. [Nombre del Arrendatario], mayor de edad, con DNI/NIE/Pasaporte [Número de Documento], y domicilio en [Dirección], en adelante el ARRENDATARIO.
And on the other part, Mr./Ms. [Renter's Name], of legal age, with ID/Passport [Document Number], and address at [Address], hereinafter the LESSEE.

Ambas partes se reconocen mutua capacidad legal para obligarse y
Both parties mutually recognize their legal capacity to enter into this agreement and

EXPONEN / DECLARE

1. Que el ARRENDADOR es propietario del vehículo de su propiedad: Marca [Marca], Modelo [Modelo], Matrícula [Matrícula], y Número de Bastidor (VIN) [VIN].
1. That the LESSOR is the owner of the vehicle: Make [Make], Model [Model], License Plate [Plate Number], and VIN [VIN].

2. Que el ARRENDATARIO está interesado en el alquiler del citado vehículo bajo las siguientes:
2. That the LESSEE is interested in renting the aforementioned vehicle under the following:

CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES

PRIMERA. - Objeto y Plazo. El ARRENDADOR cede el uso del vehículo al ARRENDATARIO desde el día [Fecha de inicio] a las [Hora] horas hasta el día [Fecha de fin] a las [Hora] horas.
FIRST. - Subject Matter and Term. The LESSOR transfers the use of the vehicle to the LESSEE from [Start Date] at [Time] until [End Date] at [Time].

SEGUNDA. - Precio y Forma de Pago. El precio total del alquiler se acuerda en la cantidad de [Cantidad en euros] €, que el ARRENDATario abonará mediante [Método de pago] en el momento de la firma de este contrato.
SECOND. - Price and Payment Method. The total rental price is agreed at [Amount in Euros] €, which the LESSEE shall pay via [Payment Method] upon signing this contract.

TERCERA. - Fianza. Se establece una fianza de [Cantidad] € que el ARRENDATARIO entrega en este acto para responder de posibles daños o multas. Dicha fianza será devuelta tras la revisión del vehículo una vez finalizado el contrato.
THIRD. - Deposit. A security deposit of [Amount] € is established, which the LESSEE delivers at this moment to cover potential damages or fines. This deposit will be refunded after inspecting the vehicle once the contract ends.

CUARTA. - Multas y Sanciones. El ARRENDATARIO será el único responsable de todas las multas, sanciones y infracciones de tráfico cometidas durante el periodo de vigencia de este contrato.
FOURTH. - Fines and Penalties. The LESSEE shall be solely responsible for all fines, penalties, and traffic infractions committed during the term of this contract.

Y en prueba de conformidad, firman las partes el presente documento por duplicado en Eibar.
In witness whereof, the parties sign this document in duplicate in Eibar.

Fdo. El Arrendador / Signed, The Lessor: ____________________
Fdo. El Arrendatario / Signed, The Lessee: ____________________

Additional documentation required

To ensure the rental agreement is fully compliant and legally protected in Spain, both parties must present and attach specific documentation. The vehicle owner must provide the original Permiso de Circulación (Vehicle Registration Document) and the Tarjeta de ITV (Technical Inspection Card) showing a valid inspection stamp. Furthermore, the owner should provide proof of a valid compulsory insurance policy (Seguro Obligatorio de Automóvil) that covers external drivers or explicit peer-to-peer clauses. The renter must present a valid, unexpired Spanish or EU driving license (Permiso de Conducir) matching the vehicle category being rented, alongside a valid national identity document (DNI, NIE, or valid passport).

As an expert tip, always conduct a thorough physical inspection of the car together before handing over the keys. Take clear photographs of the vehicle's exterior from all four angles, the dashboard showing the exact fuel level and mileage, and any pre-existing scratches or dents. Documenting these details directly into an annex of the contract prevents disputes over liability when the car is returned in Eibar.