From. British Embassy in Madrid.

Driving Licence (UK)

Many of you have been in touch with us to ask whether you will continue to be able to drive in Spain using a valid UK licence after 28 February 2022, which marks the end of the current grace period. 

We recognise your concerns and want to reassure you that we remain fully committed to reaching a long-term agreement with Spain, so that residents can exchange their UK driving licences without taking a test, as Spanish licence holders can in the UK and as UK licence holders can in the vast majority of other EU member states. Negotiations are ongoing. 

But we cannot provide any guarantees, so it is important that – if it is imperative for you to drive – you consider all your options, which may include looking into taking a driving test now.

We will continue to keep you updated on developments. Follow us here on Facebook and make sure you are registered for updates at gov.uk/livinginspain.