The signs in the «Priority signs» group belong to the VII. Vertical traffic signs block of the Spanish DGT theory. It is a regulatory sign (prohibition, restriction or obligation): circular in shape.

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.

Priority signs are intended to inform road users of special priority rules at intersections or narrow passages.
2. The nomenclature and meaning of the priority signs are as follows:
3. Although they do not meet the requirements of Article 150.1, P-1, P-1 a, P-1 b, P-1 c, P-1 d, P-2, P-6, P-7 and P-8 are also priority signs.

💡 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.

R-1 Yield R-1

Yield

It is the obligation of every driver to yield the right of way at the next intersection to vehicles travelling on the road they are approaching or the lane they intend to join.

Article 151 (2)

R-2 Mandatory stop R-2

Mandatory stop

Obligation for every driver to stop his vehicle at the next stop line or, if there is none, immediately before the intersection, and to yield the right of way at it to vehicles traveling on the road he is approaching. If, due to exceptional circumstances, there is insufficient visibility from the place where the stop was made, the driver must stop again at a place from which he or she has visibility, without endangering any road user.

Article 151 (2)

R-3 Priority road R-3

Priority road

Indicates to drivers of vehicles traveling on a road their priority at intersections over vehicles traveling on another road.

Article 151 (2)

R-4 End of priority R-4

End of priority

Indicates the proximity of the place where the road on which traffic is moving loses its priority with respect to another road.

Article 151 (2)

R-5 Priority in the opposite direction R-5

Priority in the opposite direction

Prohibition of entry into a narrow passage until it is possible to cross it without forcing vehicles travelling in the opposite direction to stop.

Article 151 (2)

R-6 Priority over oncoming traffic R-6

Priority over oncoming traffic

Indicates to drivers that, in an upcoming narrow passage, they have priority over vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.

Article 151 (2)

📜 Reference legal text — Article 151 (1), Article 151 (2), Article 151 (3) 🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What are «Priority signs» signs?
They are the signs from the «Vertical traffic signs» block of the Spanish DGT theory. It is a regulatory sign (prohibition, restriction or obligation): circular in shape. This group brings together 6 signs with their official meaning.
How many signs does this group include?
This group gathers 6 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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