Overview
- The DGT’s latest note confirms only DGT‑listed, lab‑certified V‑16 beacons are valid, with identifiers from accredited labs such as LCOE or IDIADA visible on the device.
- Devices transmit location to the DGT 3.0 platform only when manually activated and do not send personal data, track journeys or record speed, as reiterated by the AEPD.
- Connectivity is built in via GPS and a non‑removable SIM with at least 12 years of service included in the purchase price, and no app or phone is required to operate the beacon.
- Failing to carry a compliant V‑16 is a minor offence fined at 80 euros, and the DGT warns of fines reported up to 200 euros if a poorly maintained unit fails to signal correctly.
- Adoption remains uneven as surveys and retailers report confusion over models and cost, with typical prices around 35–70 euros and the DGT citing Vienna Convention rules for use by Spanish vehicles abroad.