New rule for electric scooters in Spain – How to register before using your vehicle

Owners of electric scooters in Spain are now faced with a new legal requirement. Starting 2026, all scooters will need to be registered. DGT The registration of personal mobility vehicles is necessary before they are allowed to be driven on public roads. Insurance coverage must also be obtained through compulsory registration. This measure will affect millions of riders in the country, and is a move towards treating personal mobility devices more like traditional cars when it comes down to responsibility. Road safety.

The change may have come quietly for many riders but it has a large impact on a lot of people. According to the traffic authority, millions of scooters in Spain will have to be registered with the new registry. This means that sooner or later all owners will need to deal the paperwork.

The rule applies to typical personal mobility scooters – electric, single-seat vehicles with speeds between 6 and 25 km/h – basically the models most people are already using in cities and towns.

If you’ve ever wondered what you need to do in order to be successful, this is a practical, easy-to-follow guide.

Check first if your scooter is covered by the rule

You should check whether your scooter is required to be registered before making any appointments or completing forms. If you have a standard scooter, then it is not necessary to register your scooter. Electric scooter If the vehicle is used for personal mobility, and it falls within the range of speeds mentioned above, then the answer to this question is almost certain.

The registration is not a bureaucratic exercise. Authorities want to identify scooters, especially if they are involved in accidents, or if there is an insurance claim, or a theft. In practice, it works a bit like linking a vehicle to its owner – something that until now didn’t really exist for scooters.

Importantly, registration and insurance are now linked. You won’t meet the legal requirements for riding without it.

Online registration is the easiest method to register your scooter

Online is usually the fastest way to go. You’ll need a recognised digital identification method – things like Cl@ve Móvil, a digital certificate, DNIe or Cl@ve Permanente.

The steps are simple once you’re logged into the system. The scooter’s owner is confirmed. This can be done by a minor, if necessary. You will need to provide the details of the child and confirm that you are their legal guardian.

Next, you will need to enter the information about your vehicle. The information includes the scooter’s make, model, serial number, and certificate number. You will also need to upload the technical sheet.

After that, there’s a small fee – €8.67 – and once the application is approved, you can download a registration certificate showing the scooter’s unique identification number.

The process is not difficult, but preparing the necessary documents in advance makes it much easier.

Do you prefer doing it personally? It’s still possible

You can register your scooter at any DGT office if online registration is not for you. Booking an appointment is usually done through the DGT site, the miDGT mobile app or calling 060.

There are two exceptions. No appointment is necessary for those over 65 years old and those with mobility problems.

Fill out the registration forms with your personal data, tax address, scooter information and more before leaving. A parent must complete the paperwork to confirm they are the representative of the minor if the scooter is theirs.

Cash payments will not be accepted.

You will be happier if you act now.

Many riders will want to delay the registration process until it is unavoidable. But waiting could create problems – especially once insurance becomes fully linked to registration and checks start to become more common.

Scooters are now part of daily mobility in Spain. The new registry reflects the fact that this has happened. The authorities want more clarity, greater accountability and a safer integration of road users.

For riders, that mostly translates into one extra step – but it’s a step that ensures you can continue using your scooter without worrying about fines, insurance issues or legal complications.

The process is quick and cheap. It’s worth a few minutes to register your bike before you go out on your next ride.