Using a mobile phone while driving in Spain (2026)

Last reviewed: 9 October 2026

In short: Using a mobile phone while driving is banned unless it is hands-free and without helmets or headphones. Holding the phone is a serious offence with a EUR 200 fine and 6 points.

RuleWhat applies
Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a carYes [1]
Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a carAllowed with limits [1]
Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car€200.00 per offence [1]
Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car6 points [1]

Notes

  • Banned unless the communication takes place without using the hands and without helmets, headphones or similar devices. There is an exception for approved wireless devices in motorcycle helmets.
  • Serious offence (art. 76 g) with a fine of EUR 200 (art. 80.1). Wearing headphones is a separate serious offence.
  • Annex II lists 6 points for holding a mobile phone in the hand while driving. Headphones and similar devices carry 3 points.

Sources

  1. Boletín Oficial del Estado: Real Decreto Legislativo 6/2015, de 30 de octubre, por el que se aprueba el texto refundido de la Ley sobre Tráfico, Circulación de Vehículos a Motor y Seguridad Vial (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources

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