How to Request Temporary Green License Plates (Placas Verdes) in La Grela-Bens: Downloadable Template
If you have recently purchased a vehicle abroad or are awaiting the final registration of a car in Spain, you may find yourself unable to drive it legally on public roads. In Spain, "Placas Verdes" (Green Plates) are temporary registration permits that allow you to circulate legally for a limited period (usually 60 days) while you complete the final administrative procedures at the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). This guide provides you with the exact document needed to initiate this request.
Instructions on how and where to submit your request in Poligono Industrial La Grela-Bens
To process your temporary plates in the A Coruña area, you must interact with the Provincial Traffic Headquarters (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico). While many procedures are now digital, physical documentation is often required for specific permit applications.
- Location: The Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico in A Coruña is located at Rúa de Severo Ochoa, 2, near the area serving the Polígono Industrial La Grela-Bens.
- Appointment: You must book an appointment ("Cita Previa") through the official DGT website before arriving.
- Submission: Print the template below, sign it, and present it along with your identification and vehicle documentation at the registry desk.
A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE A CORUÑA
ASUNTO: Solicitud de autorización temporal de circulación (Placas Verdes)
D./Dña. [NOMBRE Y APELLIDOS DEL SOLICITANTE], mayor de edad, con DNI/NIE número [NÚMERO DE IDENTIFICACIÓN] y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [DIRECCIÓN COMPLETA], ante esta Jefatura comparece y,
EXPONE:
Que siendo propietario del vehículo marca [MARCA], modelo [MODELO], con número de bastidor [NÚMERO DE BASTIDOR], actualmente pendiente de matriculación definitiva en España.
Que, por motivos de [INDICAR MOTIVO: ej. traslado de vehículo, espera de documentación, etc.], necesito trasladar el vehículo por territorio nacional.
Que, por todo lo anterior, SOLICITO:
Se me conceda la autorización temporal de circulación (placas verdes) para el vehículo mencionado, cumpliendo con los requisitos legales establecidos en el Reglamento General de Vehículos.
En [CIUDAD], a [DÍA] de [MES] de [AÑO].
Fdo.: [NOMBRE Y APELLIDOS]
Additional documentation required
Submitting the written request is only one part of the process. To ensure your application is approved without delays, you must attach the following documents:
- Proof of Identity: Original DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- Vehicle Documentation: Original technical documentation from the country of origin (e.g., the foreign registration certificate).
- Proof of Ownership: The original purchase invoice or bill of sale (factura o contrato de compraventa).
- Payment of Fees: You must pay the DGT rate (Tasa 1.1) prior to your appointment. You can pay this online via the DGT website or at the office via bank card.
- Technical Inspection (ITV): Depending on the vehicle's status, you may be required to present an ITV card for "vehículos importados" if the vehicle does not have a European Type Approval.
Expert Tip: Always double-check that your insurance policy covers temporary plates. Most standard insurance companies require you to notify them of the temporary registration number once issued, as the vehicle's VIN will be linked to the green plates for the duration of the 60-day permit. If you are handling this from the La Grela-Bens area, ensure your paperwork is organized in a folder to avoid any administrative friction during your appointment.