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What if my foreign driving licence is expired?
Cases where it is advisable to review an expired licence before starting the exchange file.
The expiry date matters
Before starting a file, the specific situation should be reviewed because the exchange does not depend only on the country. Residence, licence validity, categories and available documents also matter.
Not all countries are reviewed in the same way
A common mistake is moving straight to the appointment without checking basic details. If a document is missing, if details do not match or if the licence is expired, the file may be delayed or require further review.
Documents that help evaluate the case
The prior review helps determine whether it makes sense to prepare the file, which documents should be sent and which price applies: standard exchange at €250 or professional licence at €315, per file.
What to do before paying or booking an appointment
For an initial answer, the most useful details are issuing country, residence document in Spain, expiry date, categories and whether you still have the original licence.
FAQ
Can it be checked with only a photo of the licence?
The photo helps, but residence, validity, categories and personal details are usually reviewed too.
Does the price change if there are several categories?
The price is per file. If several categories can go in the same file, they are included.
Should I ask before booking an appointment?
Yes. A prior review helps avoid mistakes and makes the file preparation safer.
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