There is a big difference between what you learn in driving school and what you actually do on the road. And although all we should remember basic rules such as staying in the right lane, using the turn signals, using the mobile phone… we come across people every day who do not comply with these rules. Do not carry out these practices It can lead to us being sanctionedas well as not having the necessary documentation in the vehicle.
In full swing digitization processWe can carry our driving licence on our iPhone, but what about the rest of the documents? Is a PDF copy of our insurance valid? We answer your questions and clarify the documentation you need to carry in your car and whether it has to be in physical format.
The three documents that the DGT requires to be carried in the vehicle
The regulations of the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) establish that there are certain documents that we must always carry with us when driving, since not doing so can lead to a fine of up to 200 euros.
Driving license
Driving without a license is one of the most serious offences that can occur. In this case, you can record it in the miDGT application. For years it has been perfectly legal and the police or civil guard will be able to verify your identity via a QR code unique in the app. Registering in the miDGT app is really simple:
- Download the miDGT app
- Log in with a digital certificate or Cl@ve
- In the app you will have access to your license, sanctions and other procedures
myDGT
The General Directorate of Traffic offers you a free mobile application so that you can carry your driving license and vehicle documentation in digital format on your mobile phone.
Circulation permit
Secondly, it is essential to carry with us the vehicle registration certificate. This document certifies that the car is registered and authorized to circulate on public roads. It also includes relevant information about the vehicle, such as the make, model, registration number and owner details.
The circulation permit is a document in physical formatusually of a size similar to that of an A5 sheet. The design includes the coat of arms of Spain at the top and its predominant colour is light green. If you have the application of You can also take myDGT in digital formatIt is important to prove it only in this way, photocopies or PDF scans will not be valid. Either the original document or through the miDGT application.
myDGT application
Vehicle Inspection Card
The Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) card is one of the mandatory documents that you must always carry in your car. This card certifies that your car has passed the technical inspections corresponding, ensuring that it meets safety and emissions standards.
The ITV document is the only one that must be physically carried in the vehicle along with the sticker.
The ITV card is a Physical document: blue or light green. The dates of the inspections, the results obtained and the date on which the next mandatory MOT must be carried out are noted on it. In addition to the card, It is mandatory to carry it on the car window the ITV sticker is attached. This sticker indicates the year in which the next inspection is due.
Don’t you have to bring a car insurance receipt?
Remember that since 2008 It is not mandatory to carry the policy in the car insurance or the receipt of the last payment. This does not mean that you do not need car insurance. That remains the same, as at least with third party insuranceHowever, the police and the Guardia Civil check online whether your car is registered. So for more than ten years you have not had to carry documentation from your insurance company.
After reading this article we hope that you have found cleared all doubts about the documentation to carry. If there is one thing clear, it is that having the miDGT application is more than enough. With it you can carry both the driving permit and the driving license. Remember that You will only need to physically have the ITV document. Still, it costs nothing to have the physical documentation in the car for eavoid any misunderstanding or situation where the iPhone is out of battery.
We also take this opportunity to recommend another application that can help you Don’t miss the renewal date of your licensepassing the MOT, etc. It is called My Citizen Folder and it contains all the state information so that you are aware of your upcoming due dates. It is synchronized with the iPhone calendar and you can set reminders to avoid committing any infractions.