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Operating vehicles or a transport business in Spain involves authorisations, driver and vehicle records, tachograph compliance, loading rules and frequent dealings with regional and national transport authorities. We support operators, carriers, logistics companies and professional drivers in English.
Transport authorisations and operator files
The permit required depends on whether transport is public or private, the vehicle category, maximum authorised mass, territorial scope and type of goods or passengers. Applications are commonly handled by the competent autonomous community.
We review the operator, fleet and activity before preparing new applications, renewals, substitutions or changes of vehicle.
Goods and passenger transport authorisations
Company and vehicle registrations
Copies attached to individual vehicles
Changes of address, fleet or legal form
EU and international transport documentation
Tachograph, downloads and records
Businesses subject to tachograph rules must control driver cards, vehicle units, downloads, retention periods, infringements and evidence of driving, other work, availability and rest.
We can coordinate card applications and renewals, download schedules, file custody and analysis of potential infringements before an inspection.
ADR and dangerous goods
Companies that load, unload, pack, fill or transport dangerous goods may require an ADR safety adviser and annual reporting. Duties depend on the substances, quantities, exemptions and role in the transport chain.
Review of ADR obligations and exemptions
Coordination with qualified safety advisers
Vehicle and driver documentation
Incident and annual reports
Training and operating procedures
Load securing and operational compliance
Spanish and EU roadside inspections may examine weight, dimensions, load distribution, securing equipment, driving and rest times, permits and accompanying documents. Poor load securing can create both safety risks and administrative liability.
We help organise procedures, checklists and evidence for carriers and shippers.
Fines, inspections and appeals
Traffic and transport allegations have short response periods. Before paying or appealing, the notice, legal basis, evidence, responsible party and any reduction for prompt payment should be reviewed.
We prepare the administrative file and coordinate specialist representation when a complex sanction, immobilisation or court action is involved.
Useful official resources
Official requirements, fees and procedures can change. The competent authority and current rules are checked for each individual case.
Questions about Transport Consulting in Spain
Which authority issues transport permits?
Competence often lies with the autonomous community, while national and EU rules also apply. The correct office depends on the operator and authorisation.
Does every transport company need an ADR adviser?
No. It depends on the dangerous-goods activities and exemptions. The operation should be assessed individually.
Can you analyse tachograph files?
We can coordinate downloading, custody and compliance analysis with appropriate transport specialists.
Can a transport fine be appealed?
Frequently yes, but deadlines and the effect of any prompt-payment discount must be checked before deciding.
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Important: This page provides general information and does not replace individual legal, tax, labour, medical or technical advice. Authorities decide applications and disputes independently. Requirements and practice may change.