How long can you drive a UK plated car in Spain?

6 months
If you spend more than 183 days in Spain, then you are legally considered to be a resident. Hence, you are only permitted to drive a UK registered vehicle in Spain for up to 6 months of the year.

Can I take my motorhome to Spain?

What is this? Sadly, Spain is getting tougher about free overnight motorhome parking spots and many places now ban them completely. Legally, you’re only allowed to stay on approved overnight motorhome spaces or campsites. Wild camping is not allowed in any of the Spanish National Parks.

Can I take my motorhome to Europe?

You need to display a GB sticker on the back of your motorhome or campervan when travelling through Europe. And on your trailer if you’re towing one. For most of the EU you don’t need a separate GB sticker if your number plate already includes the GB identifier on its own or with the Union flag.

Can you register a UK caravan in Spain?

If the CNIT certificate is what we call the EU type approval Certificate of Compliance then yes, it can be used in Spain because that certificate is valid throughout the EU.

Can I sell my UK registered car in Spain?

Re: Selling UK car in Spain Although there are many ,including spanish dealers that will take a UK ,or other foreign registered, car in part-exchange it is against spanish law. This states that it is illegal to sell, gift, scrap or part-exchange a foreign reg.

How much does it cost to change a car from UK to Spanish plates?

The process can cost from 300€ to 1500€ depending on the car, including ITV, documentation, duties, other fees and even customs (when you buy a new car and bring it to Spain).

Can you wild camp in a motorhome in Spain?

You can’t just spend the night anywhere in Spain. Wild camping is not permitted at any of the national parks in Spain. Parking a motorhome is allowed anywhere, provided that the parking space is suitable and there’s no sign banning the parking of large vehicles.

How long can you stay in Spain in a motorhome?

The Schengen Agreement At present, if you are travelling around Europe, you can leave and re-enter the Schengen area as often as you like, but you’re not permitted to stay more than 90 days in any 6-month period.

Does a caravan need an ITV in Spain?

The rule for vans and goods vehicles is also slightly different. Once they reach the grand old age of ten years, they must have an I.T.V inspection done every two years. Again with caravans (that are towed by vehicles) the rule differs. Once they reach six years of age they must be inspected every two years.

Can you get a UK MOT in Gibraltar?

A MOT is not possible in Spain or Gibraltar. If you are intending to live in Spain full time then after a short while it will become illegal anyway. It cannot be legally driven if it is not road legal in the country of registration.

Can I Sell my UK plated car in Spain?

Second hand cars in Spain tend to be more expensive than back in the UK, so many car dealers are interested in buying vehicles with UK plates. Also, with many expats returning to the UK, a convenient option may be to sell your UK plated vehicle to a fellow expat.

What does ‘do it yourself’ mean when buying a motorhome?

‘Doing it yourself’ means your motorhome can be tailored to suit your needs, so take some time before you begin to establish what those are. Visit motorhome shows and dealers to look at how van conversion manufacturers best utilise space in their designs.

What changes do I need to make when converting my caravans?

Your vehicle’s VC5 log book must classify that vehicle accurately: the conversion process will mean that the DVLA categorisation will almost certainly need to be changed from ‘van’ to ‘motor caravan’. Depending on the ‘maximum authorised mass’ (MAM) of your base vehicle, you might also need to update your driving licence.

What tasks will I need to do to convert my motorhome?

Here is a guide to some of the tasks that will be required, though the exact list will depend on what you want from your motorhome conversion: Fitting windows and doors Installing a gas and electricity supply Plumbing for kitchen and bathroom sinks, the toilet, shower and washing machine.