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What the first technical inspection means for foreign cars in Mallorca

Understand the first inspection step needed before a foreign-plated car in Mallorca can complete Spanish registration.

Published: April 22, 2026
When the Car Is Legally Immobilized: Why Re-registration in Mallorca Is Spiraling Out of Control

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What is the technical initial inspection for foreign-plated cars in Mallorca?

The technical initial inspection is a formal step that transfers the vehicle’s technical details from the foreign registration document into the Spanish ficha técnica. It is not the same as a regular ITV inspection. Only after this step can the normal ITV process continue and the vehicle move toward full Spanish registration.

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