Lost Your Driver’s License in Sant Mateu? Download Your Duplicate Request Template Here

If you have lost your Spanish driver’s license or it has been stolen, you are legally required to obtain a duplicate before getting back behind the wheel. This article provides a practical guide and a ready-to-use template to help you navigate the bureaucratic process efficiently, specifically tailored for residents in the area of Sant Mateu.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Sant Mateu

In Spain, driver’s license matters are managed by the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). Since Sant Mateu is located in the province of Castellón, you have two primary ways to submit your request:

• Online: The fastest method is via the DGT "Sede Electrónica" using your Cl@ve, digital certificate, or electronic DNI.
• In-Person: You must visit the nearest Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico. For residents of Sant Mateu, the relevant office is located in Castellón de la Plana. You must book an appointment ("Cita Previa") by calling 060 or through the DGT website before showing up.

If you choose to submit the request via a formal written letter (or if you are represented by an administrative agent), you will need the following document:

A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE CASTELLÓN

D./Dña. [Nombre y Apellidos], con DNI/NIE [Número], y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [Dirección completa en Sant Mateu], CP [Código Postal].

EXPONE:
Que habiendo extraviado/sido sustraído mi permiso de conducción, y siendo titular del mismo, solicito por medio del presente escrito la expedición de un duplicado del citado permiso.

SOLICITA:
Que se tenga por presentado este escrito y la documentación adjunta, y se proceda a la tramitación y expedición del duplicado de mi permiso de conducción.

En [Lugar], a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].

Fdo.: [Nombre y Apellidos]

Additional documentation required

To ensure your request is processed successfully, you must have the following items ready:

• Proof of Identity: Your valid original DNI or NIE (if you are a foreign resident).
• Application Form: The official DGT "Solicitud de trámites de conductores" form (available at the office or online).
• Payment of Fees: You must pay the official fee (Tasa 4.4) for the duplicate. This is typically done online or via credit card at the DGT office; cash is generally not accepted.
• Photographs: If you are applying in person, you usually need a current original photograph (32x26 mm) in color, though many offices now take the photo digitally on-site.

Expert Tip: Always keep a copy of your application and the receipt of your payment. If you are stopped by the Guardia Civil before your new license arrives, having the stamped "Cita Previa" or the official application receipt can serve as temporary proof that you are in the process of rectifying your status, though it does not technically replace the legal requirement to carry the original card. Always check the official DGT website for the most recent fee updates before heading to Castellón.