Rules for Driving in Bilbao

Make sure you check out the rules and stay safe driving in Bilbao.

Use of indicators on motorways is strictly enforced. In Bilbao, indicate before overtaking and before pulling back in again in Bilbao.

Children under 12 cannot travel as front seat passengers in Bilbao unless wearing a suitable restraint.

Never drink and drive in Bilbao. Spain has very strict drink driving laws. In Bilbao, 0.25mg of alcohol per litre of blood is allowed.

In Bilbao, seatbelts are compulsory for front and rear seat passengers.

In Bilbao, spectacles wearers must carry spare pairs in their car.

Bilbao speed limits are implemented rigorously. Radar traps are frequent.

In Bilbao, Speeding and other offences are subject to instant fines.

In Bilbao, on the spot fines are issued by Bilbao police. If you get fined for traffic offences in Bilbao, ensure you get a receipt.

Be careful when setting off from service stations in Bilbao, especially those on the left side of the road.

In Bilbao, dipped headlights should be used in poor daytime visibility.

In Bilbao, do not cross the solid white line when entering a Bilbao motorway from a slip road, wait for the dotted line.