# Spanish DGT administrative and service challenges

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-dgt-administrative-and-service-challenges
> Updated: 2026-09-01T03:00:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

The Spanish Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT) has faced scrutiny regarding its operations and administrative decisions. While the agency recently denied social media rumors claiming the theoretical driving exam would undergo significant changes on October 1, political figures have raised concerns regarding service delivery.

In the Valencian Community, transport spokesperson José Forés has called for the dismissal of the DGT Director General, citing a backlog of 48,000 people waiting for driving examinations. Forés reported that these delays have led to the closure of 53 driving schools and limited labor market access. He further criticized the administration for failing to hire additional examiners despite a reported surplus of over 10 million euros in 2025.

Regarding recent misinformation, the DGT clarified that no changes to the exam structure are scheduled for October. Viral claims suggested the introduction of open-ended questions and video-based risk perception tests; however, the agency confirmed the current format of 30 multiple-choice questions remains in effect. While the DGT is studying the potential inclusion of risk perception videos, such a change would require a formal modification of the Drivers’ Regulations, a process that has not yet been initiated.

The confusion appears to stem from an update to the General Circulation Regulations (RGC) taking effect on October 1. This regulatory reform focuses on urban mobility and strengthening protections for vulnerable road users, such as cyclists, pedestrians, and light electric vehicle users, rather than altering the theoretical exam format.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: DGT confirms no changes to driving theory exams in October

The DGT confirmed that driving theory exams will not change this October, debunking rumors of a shift to video-based testing despite upcoming updates to general circulation regulations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dgt-confirms-no-changes-to-driving-theory-exams-in-october

### 2026-08-27: Valencia driving license backlog prompts calls for DGT leadership change

The Popular Party in Valencia is demanding the removal of the DGT Director General due to a driving exam backlog affecting 48,000 people despite a 10 million euro surplus.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-driving-license-backlog-prompts-calls-for-dgt-leadership-change

### 2026-08-27: DGT denies rumors of changes to Spanish driving theory exam

The Spanish DGT has debunked viral rumors claiming the theoretical driving exam will change on October 1, confirming the current 30-question multiple-choice format remains unchanged.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dgt-denies-rumors-of-changes-to-spanish-driving-theory-exam

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