Import a Car in Canary Islands
Complete guide • ITP 5.5% • 2026 data
The Canary Islands have a special tax regime (REF) with IGIC instead of VAT. ITP is 5.5%. Maritime imports are the norm and special tariffs must be considered.
5.5%
ITP
2.2M
Population
Las Palmas / Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Capital
Volkswagen
Top brand
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DGT Office in Las Palmas / Santa Cruz de Tenerife
📍 Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico de Las Palmas, C/ León y Castillo 431
Tips for importing in Canary Islands
- 1IGIC (7%) replaces VAT (21%) — important tax difference
- 2Maritime transport from mainland Europe takes 3-5 days
- 3DGT offices in Las Palmas and Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- 4Check the special tariffs of the Canary Islands tax regime
Steps to import a car in Canary Islands
- 1
Buy the vehicle abroad
Verify the history, documentation and that it has no liens.
- 2
Transport the car to Spain
By road or maritime transport via Las Palmas.
- 3
Pass the import ITV
Mandatory technical inspection for foreign vehicles.
- 4
Pay the registration tax
Based on CO₂ emissions (0–14.75% depending on bracket).
- 5
Pay the ITP (5.5%)
The ITP in Canary Islands is 5.5% on the fiscal value from the BOE.
- 6
Register at the DGT
Book an appointment at the DGT in Las Palmas / Santa Cruz de Tenerife and bring all documentation.
Most imported brands in Canary Islands
VolkswagenToyotaHyundaiKia
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