Spain is planing to recruit thousands of Moroccan drivers to tackle its severe shortage in the road transport sector, where the country is currently missing more than 30,000 truck drivers and around 5,000 bus drivers. Spanish media report that, despite the rising demand for Moroccan drivers, many still struggle to meet the profession's entry requirements, especially the mandatory training and the high cost of obtaining professional driving licences. To ease the crisis, the Spanish government recently approved a royal decree offering up to €3,000 in financial aid for individuals seeking to obtain the professional C and D licences. The measure aims to attract new candidates and help reduce the labour gap. Under this program, applicants must hold a technical certificate in road transport vehicle operation or be enrolled in the second year of training, and they must possess a Certificate of Professional Competence (CAP) recognized in the sector. The decree also allows candidates to register for the C or D licence exams, and, for those who already hold other professional permits, to add a B licence, broadening the pool of qualified drivers and strengthening the sector's capacity to meet growing demand.
