Study for the DGT theory exam in your language
Sources: DGT, BOE
If Spanish is not your first language, start here. Each guide explains the options in your situation and how to prepare with DrivingLingo.
Every answer explained; traffic rules cite their BOE article · Full topics 1–3 and the sign dictionary free · English and Spanish
Guides by language
- The DGT exam in English: which languages the car test is offered in, how to ask for English and how to practise.
- DGT exam for Arabic speakers: the DGT does not offer the theory test in Arabic; which Arabic-speaking countries can exchange a licence and when French helps.
- DGT exam for Urdu speakers: the DGT does not offer the theory test in Urdu; for a licence from Pakistan or India, English or Spanish and a plan for the terms.
- Examen DGT en français: the guide in French.
If your licence is from another country
- Foreign licence in Spain: when you can exchange it and when you have to sit the exam.
- Applying without a driving school: foreign residents: requirements and paperwork if you apply on your own.
Every answer explained; traffic rules cite their BOE article · Full topics 1–3 and the sign dictionary free · English and Spanish
How to choose where to start
Before reading the guides, it helps to know two things: which language you want to sit the exam in, and which country your licence is from, if you already hold one. If you have never had a licence, the guide for your language explains your options for the theory test and how to practise the traffic terms, which is what costs most at the start. If you already drive on a licence from another country, look at the exchange first: in some cases you can swap it without sitting the theory test, and in others you still have to take the exam.
While you decide, you can practise without commitment. DrivingLingo offers a free DGT exam every day and the first full topics, and lets you study in Spanish or English. Each guide links to what you need and cites the official sources (DGT and BOE) so you can check the details before you book an appointment.
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This page also exists in Spanish: Estudia en tu idioma.
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