The signs in the «Lane signs» group belong to the VII. Vertical traffic signs block of the Spanish DGT theory. It is an information sign: rectangular or square, usually with a blue background.

On this page you have the complete catalogue of these signs with their image, official code and meaning, exactly as they may appear in the driving-licence theory exam.

Lane signs indicate special regulations for one or more lanes of the roadway. The following can be cited:
S-51a. Lane reserved for specific types of vehicles. Indicates a lane designated exclusively for the circulation of one or more specific types of vehicles (buses, motorcycles, taxis, bicycles, etc.). The sign must include a pictogram representing the authorized vehicle type(s). In sections where the longitudinal road marking delimiting the lane consists of a broken line, other vehicles are permitted to use it only for maneuvers other than stopping, parking, changing direction, or overtaking, always giving priority to vehicles authorized to use that lane.
S-51b. Lane reserved for high-occupancy vehicles (HOV). Indicates one or more lanes designated exclusively for high-occupancy vehicles. The image will indicate the number of passengers considered high occupancy, which will be determined by the competent managing body in each case. If the lane(s) is reserved not only for HOV but also for one or more other specific types of vehicle, the corresponding images may be combined in the same way as for sign S-51a.
S-61c. Right fork on a roadway with two lanes in the proper direction and one lane in the opposite direction. On a two-way roadway with two lanes in the opposite direction, this indicates that a fork will occur with a change of direction in the right lane.
S-63a Fork in a four-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with four lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a fork will occur, changing direction from two lanes to the left to two lanes to the right.
S-63b. Fork in a three-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with three lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a fork will occur in the center lane, causing the resulting four lanes to merge, two to the left and two to the right.
S-63c. Two-lane fork to the left on a four-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with four lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a fork will occur with a change in direction in the two left lanes.
S‐63d Two-lane fork to right on a four-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with four lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, that a fork will occur with a change in direction in the two right lanes.
S-64a Reserved and mandatory lane for cyclists adjacent to a one-way carriageway. On one-way carriageways, it indicates that cyclists must use the lane over which the sign is located and that other road users are prohibited from using it. The arrows indicate the number of lanes on the carriageway.
S-64b. Mandatory reserved lane for cyclists adjacent to a two-way roadway. On two-way roadways, it indicates that cyclists must use the lane where the sign is located and that other road users are prohibited from using it. The arrows indicate the number of lanes on the roadway and the direction of travel.
S-65a. Cycle lane attached to a one-way carriageway. On one-way carriageways, this sign indicates that the lane on which the sign is located is reserved for cyclists and that other road users are prohibited from using it. The arrows indicate the number of lanes on the carriageway.
S-65b. Cycle lane attached to a two-way roadway. On two-way roads, this sign indicates that the lane on which the sign is located is reserved for bicycles and that other road users are prohibited from using it. The arrows indicate the number of lanes on the roadway and the direction of travel.
S-66. Oncoming cycle lane. Indicates the presence of a mandatory cycle lane whose direction of travel is opposite to that of the adjacent lane.
S-68. Section of roadway with one lane for the own direction of traffic and two lanes for the opposite direction. On a two-way roadway, it indicates that a single lane is available, while the opposite direction has two lanes. The length of the roadway where this configuration is maintained shall be specified by a supplementary panel S-810.
S-70a. Lane merging on the left on a single-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with one traffic lane, that a lane merging will occur on the left side.
S-70b. Right-hand merging on a single-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with one traffic lane, that a lane will merge on the right side.
S‐71a. Lane merging on the left on a two-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a lane will merge on the left side.
S‐71b. Lane merging on the right on a two-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a lane will merge on the right side.
S-72a. Lane merging on the left on a three-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with three lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a lane will merge on the left side.
S-72b. Lane merging on the right on a three-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with three lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that a lane will merge on the right side.
S-73a. Two lanes merging on the left on a two-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that two lanes will merge on the left side.
S-73b. Two lanes merging on the right on a two-lane roadway. Indicates, on a roadway with two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, that two lanes will merge on the right side.

💡 In the exam you will be shown the image of the sign and must recognise its meaning: look at the shape and colour to work out which group it belongs to.

S-50 a, b, c, d and e S-50

a, b, c, d and e

Lanes reserved for traffic based on the posted speed. Indicates that the lane on which the minimum speed sign is located may only be used by vehicles travelling at a speed equal to or greater than that indicated, although if circumstances permit they must travel in the right-hand lane. The end of the mandatory minimum speed will be established by sign S-52 or R-506.

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S-52 End of lane designated for traffic S-52

End of lane designated for traffic

It pre-signals the lane that will soon cease to be usable, indicating the required lane change.

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S-52 a, b, c, d, e, f, g and h S-52

a, b, c, d, e, f, g and h

End of lane intended for traffic. On a two-way road, it indicates the lane that is about to cease to be usable and indicates the required lane change.

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S-53 Change from one to two lanes of traffic S-53

Change from one to two lanes of traffic

Indicates, in a section with only one lane in one direction of traffic, that in the next section there will be a change to two lanes in the same direction of traffic.

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S-53a Change from one to two lanes of traffic with a specification of the maximum speed in each S-53a

Change from one to two lanes of traffic with a specification of the maximum speed in each

of them. Indicates, in a section with only one lane of traffic in one direction, that in the next section there will be a change to two lanes in the same direction of traffic. It also indicates the maximum speed that is permitted in each of them.

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S-53b Change from two to three lanes of traffic S-53b

Change from two to three lanes of traffic

Indicates, in a section with two lanes in one direction of traffic, that in the next section there will be a change to three lanes in the same direction of traffic.

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S-53c Change from two to three lanes with a specification of the maximum speed for each lane S-53c

Change from two to three lanes with a specification of the maximum speed for each lane

Indicates, in a section with two lanes in one direction of traffic, that in the next section there will be a change to three lanes in the same direction of traffic. It also indicates the maximum speed that is permitted in each of them.

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S-60a Left fork on two-lane road S-60a

Left fork on two-lane road

Indicates, on a road with two lanes of traffic in the same direction, that in the next section the left lane will fork to that same side.

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S-60b Right fork on a two-lane roadway S-60b

Right fork on a two-lane roadway

On a two-lane roadway, this sign indicates that the right lane will fork to the right side of the road in the next section.

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S-61a Left fork on a three-lane roadway S-61a

Left fork on a three-lane roadway

On a roadway with three lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, this sign indicates that the left lane will fork to the same side in the next section.

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S-61b Right fork on a three-lane roadway S-61b

Right fork on a three-lane roadway

On a roadway with three lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, this sign indicates that the right lane will fork to the right side of the road in the next section.

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S-62a Left fork on a four-lane roadway S-62a

Left fork on a four-lane roadway

On a roadway with four lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, this sign indicates that the left lane will fork to the same side in the next section.

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S-62b Right fork on a four-lane roadway S-62b

Right fork on a four-lane roadway

On a roadway with four lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction, this sign indicates that the right lane will fork to the right side of the road in the next section.

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📜 Reference legal text — Article 160 🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

❓ Frequently asked questions

What are «Lane signs» signs?
They are the signs from the «Vertical traffic signs» block of the Spanish DGT theory. It is an information sign: rectangular or square, usually with a blue background. This group brings together 13 signs with their official meaning.
How many signs does this group include?
This group gathers 13 road signs, each with its image, code and meaning on this same page.
Do these signs appear in the DGT theory exam?
Yes. Recognising signs is a central part of the theory exam. To practise with real questions, go to the TraficoTest platform.

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