Import a Car in Cantabria
Complete guide • ITP 8% • 2026 data
Cantabria stands out for having the highest ITP in Spain (8%). This can influence the decision to import a second-hand car. Santander port receives ferries from the United Kingdom.
8%
ITP
0.6M
Population
Santander
Capital
Volkswagen
Top brand
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DGT Office in Santander
📍 Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico de Cantabria, C/ Calvo Sotelo 27, Santander
Tips for importing in Cantabria
- 1⚠️ The highest ITP in Spain: 8% — calculate total costs carefully
- 2The Santander-Plymouth ferry allows bringing cars from the UK
- 3Consider whether registering the car in another region is better
- 4There's only one traffic office in Santander
Steps to import a car in Cantabria
- 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 Santander.
- 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 (8%)
The ITP in Cantabria is 8% on the fiscal value from the BOE.
- 6
Register at the DGT
Book an appointment at the DGT in Santander and bring all documentation.
Most imported brands in Cantabria
VolkswagenSeatRenaultBMW
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