Prices, 2026
How much does a driving licence cost in Barcelona?
Last updated 20 October 2026. Ranges from published sources, not quotes.
The short answer
- DGT fee to exchange a foreign car licence€28.87 car or motorcycle licence, no exam
The official DGT exchange fee is set nationally. A full licence from scratch costs far more once lessons and exam fees are counted.
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Fixed official fee, 2026
€28.87
car or motorcycle licence, no exam
What moves the price
The fee is set by the DGT and is the same nationwide: €28.87 for a car or motorcycle licence with no exam, €94.05 if exams are required (for example trucks and buses). You also need a medical certificate, priced separately.
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- Does my country have an exchange agreement with Spain?
Sources: DGT (Spanish traffic authority): foreign licence exchange fees. Checked October 2026.
All price ranges
| Service | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| DGT fee to exchange a foreign car licence | €28.87 | car or motorcycle licence, no exam |
| Practical driving lesson(fewer sources) | €29 to €45 | per lesson |
| Full car licence (category B) in Barcelona(fewer sources) | €800 to €1,500 | total, all fees |
What moves the price, and what to ask
DGT fee to exchange a foreign car licence: €28.87 car or motorcycle licence, no exam
The fee is set by the DGT and is the same nationwide: €28.87 for a car or motorcycle licence with no exam, €94.05 if exams are required (for example trucks and buses). You also need a medical certificate, priced separately.
- Does my country have an exchange agreement with Spain?
Practical driving lesson: €29 to €45 per lesson
Traditional Barcelona driving schools charge about €29 to €45 a lesson. Many learners need 20 to 40 lessons before the test.
- Is the lesson a full hour?
- What are the registration and theory fees?
Full car licence (category B) in Barcelona: €800 to €1,500 total, all fees
Includes registration, theory, the fixed DGT exam fees (about €94 for two attempts), a medical certificate (about €30 to €60) and practical lessons. The number of lessons you need is the biggest variable.
- Is the DGT fee included?
- How many lessons does the pack include?
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to exchange a foreign driving licence in Spain?
The official fee is €28.87 (car or motorcycle licence, no exam). The fee is set by the DGT and is the same nationwide: €28.87 for a car or motorcycle licence with no exam, €94.05 if exams are required (for example trucks and buses). You also need a medical certificate, priced separately.
How much does a driving lesson cost in Barcelona?
In 2026, typically €29 to €45 per lesson. Traditional Barcelona driving schools charge about €29 to €45 a lesson. Many learners need 20 to 40 lessons before the test. Fewer published sources exist for this, so treat it as a rough guide.
How much does a full driving licence cost in Barcelona?
In 2026, typically €800 to €1,500 (total, all fees). Includes registration, theory, the fixed DGT exam fees (about €94 for two attempts), a medical certificate (about €30 to €60) and practical lessons. The number of lessons you need is the biggest variable. Fewer published sources exist for this, so treat it as a rough guide.
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How we compiled these ranges
We read published price guides, clinic price lists, comparison sites and official fee schedules, cross-checked each figure against at least two sources wherever they exist, and show the range they agree on. Where only one source exists we say so on the line. The ranges come from 155 sources across the whole price checker, last fully checked 14 October 2026, with additions checked on 20 October 2026. We do not use paid placements, and no listed business influences the numbers. Treat every figure as a starting point for a conversation, never as an offer, and confirm the current price and what is included before you book. Nothing here is medical, legal, tax or financial advice. Spot a price that looks out of date? Email hello@barcelonaenglishpros.com.