How to Request Temporary Green License Plates (Placas Verdes) in A Guarda: Downloadable Template
If you have recently purchased a vehicle abroad or are waiting for your final registration documents in Spain, you may need to apply for "Placas Verdes" (Green License Plates). These temporary plates allow you to circulate legally while the final administrative process for permanent registration is completed. This article provides a practical guide and a ready-to-use template to help you navigate this bureaucratic requirement in A Guarda.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in A Guarda
In Spain, vehicle registration matters are handled by the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). Since A Guarda does not have a local DGT headquarters (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico), you must conduct your business through the Provincial Office in Pontevedra.
- Digital Submission (Recommended): You can submit your application electronically through the DGT Electronic Office using your Digital Certificate or Cl@ve PIN. This is the fastest method.
- In-Person Submission: If you prefer to go in person, you must request an appointment ("Cita Previa") at the Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico de Pontevedra. You can book this via the DGT website or by calling 060.
- Post/Registry: You may also present your documentation at any public registry office that has an agreement with the "Ventanilla Única" system, which can sometimes be facilitated through the A Guarda town hall (Concello) for general administrative records.
SOLICITUD DE MATRÍCULA TEMPORAL (PLACAS VERDES)
A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE PONTEVEDRA
D./Dña. ________________________________________, con DNI/NIE ________________, y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en ________________________________________, C.P. ________, A Guarda (Pontevedra).
EXPONE:
Que siendo titular del vehículo marca ______________, modelo ______________, con número de bastidor ______________________________, y habiendo iniciado los trámites para su matriculación definitiva en España, solicito la expedición de una autorización temporal de circulación (placas verdes) por un periodo de 60 días, al amparo de la normativa vigente.
SOLICITA:
Que se tenga por presentado este escrito junto con la documentación adjunta y se proceda a la autorización y expedición de la matrícula temporal solicitada.
En A Guarda, a ____ de ____________ de 202__.
Fdo.: __________________________
Additional documentation required
To ensure your application is successful, you must attach the following documents to your request:
- Application Form: The official DGT form for vehicle registration.
- Proof of Identity: A copy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- Proof of Purchase: Original invoice or purchase contract (if bought abroad, it must be translated if not in Spanish).
- Technical Documentation: The original technical sheet of the vehicle (Ficha Técnica) or the equivalent foreign document (COC - Certificate of Conformity).
- Payment of Fees: Receipt of payment for the DGT fee (Tasa 1.1).
- Insurance: Proof of temporary insurance coverage for the vehicle.
Expert Tip: Always double-check that your foreign purchase contract is clearly legible. The DGT is very strict regarding the "Chain of Ownership." If the vehicle was purchased in another EU country, ensure you have the original registration documents from that country. If you are unsure about the documentation, it is highly recommended to consult with a local "Gestoría" in A Guarda, as they can represent you and speed up the process significantly by avoiding common errors in the application.