Riding a motorcycle in Spain: new mandatory rules from 1 October 2026
21 September, 2026
For Spaniards and foreigners alike, Spain is a unique place to travel by motorcycle. Every year, thousands of riders travel
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Have you had a traffic accident with a foreign vehicle?
In these cases, it is essential to identify the insurer or the representative in Spain of the vehicle at fault in order to handle the claim correctly.
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I do not know the foreign vehicle's insurer
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Do I need the “Green Card” (CIS)?
The International Insurance Certificate (CIS) is not required to prove compulsory insurance cover in the countries that make up the European Economic Area. It is required for other countries, such as Morocco.
If you need it, you must request it from your insurance company (remember that issuing it is voluntary).
If you do not have a CIS, you will have to take out Border Insurance in the destination country.
Do you need Border Insurance?
If you do not have an International Insurance Certificate (CIS), you will need Border Insurance to drive legally.
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Find out what to do if you have had an accident with a foreign vehicle in Spain
LATEST TRAINING DAY ORGANISED BY OFESAUTO: A SUCCESS IN ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION
28 July, 2026
On 11 March, a training day on the practical aspects of handling claims with an international component was held at
BILATERAL MEETING WITH THE NATIONAL BUREAU OF MOROCCO
28 July, 2026
Within the framework of the special collaboration that OFESAUTO maintains with Spain’s neighbouring countries, the first annual working meeting of
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