DGT introduces new ITV rules for motorhomes and campers in Spain

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has issued instruction PROT 2026/04, requiring N-category vans (commercial vans, including most DIY camper conversions) to pass a technical inspection every six months once they reach ten years of age. The instruction also confirms the right to park on public roads while sleeping inside, provided no elements are deployed outside. Starting December 31, 2026, the inspection card will be issued exclusively in electronic form with a digital signature, enabling automatic detection of expired inspections via roadside cameras. The fine for driving without a valid inspection is €200 (€100 if paid within 20 days).

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has issued instruction PROT 2026/04, which standardizes the technical inspection (ITV) rules for camper vans. The document does not introduce new taxes or a separate inspection for campers but clarifies that inspection intervals depend on the vehicle category in the registration document. If a camper is classified as a motorhome (category M1), it follows the passenger car schedule: first ITV at 4 years, then every 2 years until 10 years, and annually thereafter. If classified as a van with living quarters (category N1), the schedule is stricter: first ITV at 2 years, then every 2 years until 6 years, annually until 10 years, and every 6 months after that. The key takeaway: two seemingly identical campers can have completely different ITV schedules based on their registration category, affecting maintenance costs and planning.

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has updated regulations for motorhomes and converted vans. The new instruction introduces differentiated technical inspection (ITV) intervals: motorhomes must be inspected every two years after four years of use and annually after ten years; camper vans require annual inspections until ten years old, then every six months. Parking is allowed without deploying external elements, and parking remains legally distinct from camping. A new road sign (S-128) has been introduced to mark waste disposal points.

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has issued a new instruction clarifying technical inspection and parking rules for motorhomes and campervans. The document sets different ITV frequencies: for motorhomes over 4 years old — every two years, over 10 years — annually; for campervans up to 10 years — annually, over 10 years — every six months. It also confirms municipalities' right to limit parking time and prohibit overnight stays, based on a 2018 Supreme Court ruling.

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has issued Instruction PROT 2026/04, changing the frequency of mandatory technical inspections (ITV) for motorhomes and campervans. Motorhomes (category M) must be inspected every two years when aged 4–10 years, and annually after 10 years. Campervans (category N) require annual inspection up to 10 years, then biannual. The update also clarifies urban parking rules and introduces sign S-128 for waste disposal points.

Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has issued instruction PROT 2026/04, clarifying the frequency of mandatory technical inspections (ITV) for motorhomes and campervans. The schedule depends on the vehicle's official homologation category, not its commercial name. Campervans and converted vans registered as category N (goods) require annual inspection up to 10 years, then biannual. Motorhomes in category M (passenger) are inspected every two years from 4 to 10 years, then annually.

Spain's DGT has issued instruction PROT 2026/04, differentiating technical inspection requirements for motorhomes and camper vans. Motorhomes (category M) require ITV every two years after 4 years and annually after 10 years; camper vans (category N) require annual inspection until 10 years, then every six months. Parking without deploying external elements or discharging fluids is considered regular parking. The new S-128 sign indicates wastewater disposal points.

Spain's DGT has issued Instruction PROT 2026/04, specifying technical inspection (ITV) intervals for camper vans and motorhomes. Motorhomes (category M) are exempt for 4 years, then every 2 years until 10 years, then annually. Camper vans (category N) require annual inspection until 10 years, then every 6 months. Factory-built models like VW California are classified as motorhomes; converted vans are camper vans.