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Categories: POLITICS

Spain driver‑age licence renewal rules

Entities: Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) · Spanish Ministry of Transport · Spanish drivers born 1956‑1961 · Gemelos Viajeros influencer · Soria driving school

Overview

In July 2026 Spain’s traffic authority (Dirección General de Tráfico) reminded drivers born between 1956 and 1961 that their licences must be renewed every five years after age 65, with a €200 fine for driving on an expired licence. Renewal requires only a medical check, though health conditions can shorten the period. The story gained public attention when a young Spanish influencer from the "Gemelos Viajeros" duo documented his costly, seven‑attempt struggle to obtain a licence – spending almost €6,000 on lessons and fees before finally passing in Soria – and later became involved in a car accident, sparking debate over road‑safety standards.

Timeline

  1. 14 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spain enforces five‑year licence renewal for drivers over 65, influencer spends €6,000 after seven attempts

    Spain's DGT requires drivers over 65 to renew licences every five years, with a €200 fine for lapses; an influencer spent €6,000 and repeated seven tests before finally passing, sparking public debate.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spain introduces new P‑1e traffic sign as Portugal tightens driving‑licence renewal rules

    Spain adds the P‑1e traffic sign warning of multiple direct accesses, while Portugal mandates renewal of licences after 15 years, imposing fines and vehicle seizure for expired documents.

Sources

inversion.es · kbc.hr