The signs in the «Other 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.

Other indication signs are as follows:

💡 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-900 Fire hazard S-900

Fire hazard

Warns of the danger of starting a fire.

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S-910 Fire Extinguisher S-910

Fire Extinguisher

Indicates the location of a fire extinguisher.

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S-920 Entry into Spain S-920

Entry into Spain

Indicates that you have entered Spanish territory via a road from another country.

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S-930 Country confirmation S-930

Country confirmation

Indicates the name of the country to which the road is heading. The number at the bottom indicates the distance to the border.

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S-940 Speed ​​limits in Spain S-940

Speed ​​limits in Spain

Indicates the generic speed limits on different types of roads and in urban areas in Spain.

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S-950 Specific road information radio frequency S-950

Specific road information radio frequency

Indicates the frequency to which the radio frequency receiver must be connected in order to receive information.

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S-960 Emergency telephone S-960

Emergency telephone

Indicates the location of an emergency telephone.

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S-970 Fire Extinguisher Siding S-970

Fire Extinguisher Siding

Indicates the location of a fire extinguisher and emergency telephone number in a fire extinguisher siding.

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S-980 Emergency exit S-980

Emergency exit

Indicates the location of an emergency exit.

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S-980a Nearby emergency exit S-980a

Nearby emergency exit

Indicates the position of the nearest emergency exit.

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S-980b Nearby emergency exit S-980b

Nearby emergency exit

Indicates the position of the nearest emergency exit.

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S-990a Upcoming emergency exit S-990a

Upcoming emergency exit

Indicates the direction of the nearest emergency exit and the remaining distance to reach it.

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S-990b Upcoming emergency exit S-990b

Upcoming emergency exit

Indicates the direction of the nearest emergency exit and the remaining distance to reach it.

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S-991a Speed control on conventional or multi-lane roads S-991a

Speed control on conventional or multi-lane roads

Indicates the location of a speed control installation at a point or along a section of a conventional or multi-lane road. It may include an R-301 sign showing the applicable speed limit, and upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may also be added.

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S-991b Speed control on motorways or dual carriageways S-991b

Speed control on motorways or dual carriageways

Indicates the location of a speed control installation at a point or along a section of a motorway or dual carriageway. It may include an R-301 sign showing the applicable speed limit, and upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may also be added.

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S-991c Red light signal control S-991c

Red light signal control

Indicates the location of a red light-controlled checkpoint. Upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may be added.

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S-991d STOP sign control S-991d

STOP sign control

Indicates the location of a checkpoint controlled by a STOP sign. Upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may be added.

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S-991e Minimum distance control on conventional or multi-lane roads S-991e

Minimum distance control on conventional or multi-lane roads

Indicates the location of a control point for ensuring minimum distance between vehicles on a conventional or multi-lane road. Upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may be added.

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S-991f Minimum distance control on motorways or dual carriageways S-991f

Minimum distance control on motorways or dual carriageways

Indicates the location of a control point for ensuring minimum distance between vehicles on a motorway or dual carriageway. Upper or lower sub-panels with additional information may be added.

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S-991g Speed control by aerial means S-991g

Speed control by aerial means

Indicates the possible presence of speed checks in the section using aerial methods, such as helicopters or drones. If these controls are specifically targeted at a particular type of vehicle, the sign may include only the corresponding pictogram.

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S-992a Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles on conventional or multi-lane roads S-992a

Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles on conventional or multi-lane roads

Indicates, on a section of a conventional or multi-lane road where rear-end collisions frequently occur, the number of chevron road markings a vehicle must keep between itself and the one ahead.

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S-992b Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles inside a tunnel on conventional or m S-992b

Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles inside a tunnel on conventional or m

ulti-lane roads. Indicates the number of chevron road markings a vehicle must keep between itself and the one ahead inside a tunnel on a conventional or multi-lane road.

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S-992c Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles on motorways or dual carriageways S-992c

Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles on motorways or dual carriageways

Indicates, on a section of a motorway or dual carriageway where rear-end collisions frequently occur, the number of chevron road markings a vehicle must keep between itself and the one ahead.

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S-992d Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles inside a tunnel on motorways or dual S-992d

Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles inside a tunnel on motorways or dual

carriageways. Indicates the number of chevron road markings a vehicle must keep between itself and the one ahead inside a tunnel on a motorway or dual carriageway.

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S-992e Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles indicated by illuminated beacons S-992e

Informative sign on minimum distance between vehicles indicated by illuminated beacons

Indicates, on a section where visibility is often reduced due to fog, the number of illuminated beacons a vehicle must keep between itself and the one ahead.]

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S-993 Warning of rear-end collision risk on uphill section of motorway or dual carriageway S-993

Warning of rear-end collision risk on uphill section of motorway or dual carriageway

Warns of the risk of rear-end collisions on a motorway or dual carriageway section where an uphill slope causes trucks to travel significantly slower than passenger cars.

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📜 Reference legal text — Article 164 🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What are «Other 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 26 signs with their official meaning.
How many signs does this group include?
This group gathers 26 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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