DGT has just confirmed 2 requirements that could cause people over 65 to lose their license

The DGT will reduce the validity of the license from the age of 65 and may revoke it if the mandatory medical examination is not passed. This particularly affects people born between 1956 and 1961, who must prepare the documentation and undergo the required tests.

There are advantages for those who pass the checks at 70 years old, but the measure seeks to detect problems with vision, reflexes, or cognitive capacity before authorizing the continuation of driving. Breathe. And read what needs to be done.

What changes and who is affected by the new DGT regulation

The DGT modifies renewals: 5 years from age 65 and 3 years for professional licenses. For the average driver, this means having to undergo the medical examination more often and, if you do not pass it, losing the possibility of renewing the license.

Who is exactly affected?

Short answer: those born between 1956 and 1961 and, in general, any driver who reaches 65 years old.

Licenses in categories AM, A1, A2, A, and B will change validity from 10 to 5 years from age 65. Professional licenses (trucks and coaches) have reduced validity to 3 years. These data come directly from the note published by the DGT.

When does the change take effect?

Short answer: the measure applies from 2026, with direct impact on those born in 1961 who turn 65 that year.

Therefore, if you turn 65 during 2026, you will have to adapt to the new periodic renewal scheme and arrange the examination in advance (if necessary).

Licenses	Validity before	Validity from age 65
AM, A1, A2, A, B	10 years	5 years
Professional licenses	Variable	3 years

How the examinations will be conducted and which criteria will apply

Authorized centers will perform psychotechnical tests of vision, hearing, reflexes, and cognitive capacity. This is the filter that will decide whether the license is renewed, denied, or involves limitations.

What tests does the examination include?

Short answer: tests of vision, hearing, reflexes, coordination, and cognitive assessments.

Driver examination centers will apply the protocols set by the DGT. If the medical check is not passed, the license cannot be renewed and, therefore, authorized driving ends.

Who validates the medical conclusions?

Short answer: the authorized center issues the report; the DGT processes the renewal based on this report.

According to the DGT (note dated August 31, 2026), the reports from centers are the practical criterion to maintain or withdraw the license. The Royal Automobile Club of Spain has also highlighted the importance of more frequent checks to ensure safety.

Practical advantages, exemptions, and steps to follow for those over 70 years old

From 70 years old, the renewal is exempt from the administrative fee, but the medical examination is mandatory and paid. This means less paperwork but no fewer tests.

What administrative advantages do those over 70 have?

Short answer: exemption from the Traffic fee and the possibility to perform the procedure without an appointment.

Additionally, offices aim to streamline processes so that older people can undergo the examination without unnecessary queues. It is a practical measure. However, the cost of the examination (psychotechnical) remains the responsibility of the individual.

What steps must those turning 65 this year take?

Short answer: process the renewal with the authorized center, undergo the examination, and provide the required documentation.

Plan ahead if you were born in 1961: the new validity requires you to take tests every 5 years. Book an appointment, bring medical reports if there is any history, and watch your eyesight. A simple test can make the difference.

The DGT has justified the measure as a tool to improve road safety and avoid risky situations. According to sources cited in the original information, the objective is to detect functional limitations before allowing continuation of driving. This implies that responsibility lies both with the driver and the examination center.

What happens if your license is revoked? If the examination determines that you are unfit, the revocation can be administrative and, in judicial cases, there could also be a driving disqualification. Consulting the administrative procedure is key to knowing deadlines and available appeals.

The reality is that this regulation emphasizes health and prevention, but also increases bureaucracy for a very large group. DGT, born 1956-1961, examinations, fees: it’s time to adapt.

The DGT issued the information on August 31, 2026, and RACE agreed on the need for periodic checks to reduce accidents associated with acquired limitations.

It is normal to feel concerned. But there are windows: prior appointment, authorized centers, and the possibility to access tools that improve vision or mobility. And if you have doubts, consult your doctor or the examination center.

The DGT and the sector agree on one point: the decision does not establish any maximum age limit to drive; capacity is what matters. And this, in the end, is a shared responsibility between driver, healthcare professional, and Administration.

The DGT will continue publishing guides and instructions to avoid confusion when renewing. Keep your documentation ready and do not leave the examination for the last moment.

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