How to Register a Foreign Vehicle in Vila De Cruces: Downloadable Template
If you have recently moved to Vila De Cruces or imported a vehicle from abroad, you are legally required to register it with the Spanish authorities to obtain "matrícula española" (Spanish license plates). This process involves a series of bureaucratic steps, including tax payments and vehicle inspections. To simplify your administrative journey, we have provided a ready-to-use template below that will help you formally request the registration of your foreign vehicle with the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico).
Instructions on how and where to submit it in Vila De Cruces
To register your vehicle, you must submit your documentation to the DGT. Since Vila De Cruces is located in the province of Pontevedra, you have two main options:
- In-person: You must request an appointment ("cita previa") at the Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico in Pontevedra. You can book this through the official DGT website.
- Online: If you possess a Digital Certificate or Cl@ve PIN, you can submit the request electronically via the DGT "Sede Electrónica," which is often the fastest method.
Ensure you fill out the template below with your personal details and the vehicle's technical specifications as they appear on your foreign registration documents.
SOLICITUD DE MATRICULACIÓN DE VEHÍCULO IMPORTADO
A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE PONTEVEDRA
D./Dña. ________________________________________, con DNI/NIE/Pasaporte número ________________, y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en ________________________________, código postal ________, Vila De Cruces (Pontevedra), teléfono ________________ y correo electrónico ________________.
EXPONE:
Que deseo proceder a la matriculación ordinaria en España del vehículo de mi propiedad, cuyas características se detallan a continuación:
- Marca: ________________
- Modelo: ________________
- Número de bastidor (VIN): ________________
- Matrícula extranjera actual: ________________
SOLICITA:
Que tenga por presentado este documento junto con la documentación adjunta y, tras las comprobaciones oportunas, se proceda a la matriculación del vehículo y a la expedición del permiso de circulación correspondiente.
En Vila De Cruces, a ____ de ____________ de 202_.
Fdo: ________________________
Additional documentation required
Submitting the form is only one part of the process. To ensure your application is successful, you must attach the following documents:
- ITV Card: The "Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica de Vehículos" (Spanish ITV card) obtained after passing the technical inspection in Spain.
- Proof of Ownership: The original foreign registration documents ("documentación original del vehículo").
- Tax Payments: Proof of payment of the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Model 576) and the "Impuesto de Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) paid to the Vila De Cruces Town Hall.
- Identity Document: A copy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- DGT Fee: Proof of payment of the official DGT administrative fee (Tasa 1.1).
Expert Tip: Before starting, ensure all your foreign documents are originals. If they are not in Spanish, you may need a sworn translation ("traducción jurada"). Additionally, always verify that the IVTM has been paid at the local Vila De Cruces tax office, as the DGT will verify this payment electronically before finalizing your registration. If you are unsure about the tax amount, visit the local municipal office in Vila De Cruces to confirm the exact local rate for your specific vehicle type.