Hire non-EU CE drivers
for your Spain operations
DriversHub connects transport operators running routes into and within Spain with verified CE drivers from Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Belarus, and Uzbekistan. We act as a Placement Agency (Model A): we manage selection, documentation, and onboarding so you can focus on running your fleet.
Candidate proposal in 24–48 hours. Ukrainian drivers hold immediate Spain work authorisation via Temporary Protection (RDL 6/2022). Operational start in 2–3 weeks.
Over 100 verified CE drivers available now
Every profile in the pool holds a valid CE licence, current CAP, and a minimum of 2 years' experience on articulated vehicles. Nationalities covered by bilateral DGT agreements or immediate Temporary Protection work authorisation.
Ukraine
Immediate Spain work authorisation via Temporary Protection (RDL 6/2022). Operational start 2–3 weeks from contract.
Moldova
Active DGT bilateral agreement. Onboarding 3–4 months with full SEPE work permit processing.
Kazakhstan
No DGT bilateral convention. Licence exchange via equivalency route. Total timeline: 7–9 months.
Belarus
Similar process to KZ. Individual qualification verification carried out prior to proposal.
Uzbekistan
Profiles available via the TridentLogistic partner network. Availability confirmed at the start of the process.
TOTAL ACTIVE POOL
100+
Drivers with valid CE licence, current CAP, and 2+ years of verified experience. Pool managed by TridentLogistic — DriversHub's driver acquisition partner.
What DriversHub verifies before proposing a candidate
- CE licence: category, validity, and absence of restrictions
- CAP: current certificate or confirmed enrolment at an accredited centre
- Employment history: 2+ employers, vehicle type, and cargo type confirmed
- DGT licence exchange status: provisional receipt issued or in progress
- Work authorisation: type, validity, and next renewal date
- ADR certificate where the profile requires it: class and expiry date
For detailed pool statistics by profile and current availability, visit the drivers page.
Direct hire or staff-leasing: choose the right model
Model A (Placement Agency) is DriversHub's current operational service. Model D (ETT staff-leasing) is available subject to obtaining the ETT licence under Spanish Act 14/1994.
Model A
Placement Agency — direct hire
DriversHub selects and presents verified candidates. Once you choose a driver, your company hires them directly as your own employee. DriversHub manages the full documentation process: TIE/NIE, SEPE work authorisation (where applicable), DGT licence exchange, CAP, and Social Security registration.
- Single placement fee payable on signing the placement contract
- No monthly retainers or ongoing management fees
- The driver is your direct employee
- Payroll, Social Security, and collective agreement: your company's responsibility
- DriversHub follow-up during the first 30 days of employment
Ideal for operators who want to expand their own headcount without taking on the burden of international recruitment and documentation.
Model D
ETT staff-leasing — driver outsourcing
Under Model D the ETT acts as the formal employer and seconds the driver to the client company under a staff-provision contract (Spanish Act 14/1994). Your company pays a monthly fee covering salary, Social Security contributions, and ongoing document management.
- The driver is employed by the ETT, not your company
- The ETT manages payroll, Social Security, sick leave, and replacements
- Monthly fee: predictable fixed cost
- Replacement guarantee: new profile proposed within 48–72 hours of permanent departure
- Requires ETT licence under Spanish Act 14/1994
Current status
Model D is available subject to obtaining the ETT licence. Contact us for the latest status and to discuss alternatives that fit your specific requirement.
| Criteria | Model A — Direct hire | Model D — Staff-leasing |
|---|---|---|
| Formal employer | Your company | The ETT |
| Initial cost | Single placement fee | No placement fee; monthly rate |
| Monthly cost | Salary + Social Security (your company) | ETT rate (salary + SS + margin) |
| Sick leave and replacements | Your company manages | ETT manages (replacement in 48–72 h) |
| Typical onboarding time (UA) | 2–3 weeks | 2–3 weeks |
| Currently available at DriversHub | Operational | Subject to ETT licence — consult us |
Not sure which model fits your situation? Read the guide: Direct hire vs. staff-leasing: a comparison for transport operators.
From first contact to driver on your route: 3 steps
Streamlined process for Model A. For full timelines by nationality, see the onboarding process page.
Initial briefing — candidate proposal in 24–48 hours
Contact us via WhatsApp or the enquiry form. Tell us the vehicle type (CE/C), cargo, typical routes into or within Spain, and your target start date. No payment details, no bureaucracy. With that information DriversHub checks the active pool and sends a dossier with 2–3 pre-validated profiles.
No charge at this stage. The candidate proposal is free and creates no obligation to hire or pay any fee.
Selection and service contract
Review profiles, hold a technical interview (video call with interpreter if needed), and select your candidate. Once confirmed, the placement contract is signed and DriversHub's placement fee is payable. From this point document processing begins in parallel.
Timeline: Your company has up to 7 days to decide on the proposed profiles. Interviews are organised within 24–48 hours of request.
Document processing and operational start
DriversHub runs TIE/NIE, SEPE work authorisation (where applicable), DGT licence exchange, CAP, and Social Security registration simultaneously to minimise elapsed time. For Ukrainian drivers, Temporary Protection eliminates the SEPE step: the driver can operate on the DGT provisional receipt within the first two weeks. For MD/KZ drivers, DriversHub provides the exact timeline before contract signing.
| Nationality | Total timeline (Model A) | Key factor |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine (UA) | 2–3 weeks | Temporary Protection active, no SEPE wait |
| Moldova (MD) | 3–4 months | DGT bilateral agreement, standard SEPE processing |
| Kazakhstan (KZ) | 7–9 months | No DGT bilateral; equivalency exchange + full SEPE |
Want the full process detail? See the step-by-step guide at How We Work — 4 Steps from Enquiry to Driver on the Road.
Frequently asked questions
Does DriversHub operate as a Placement Agency or as an ETT staffing agency?
DriversHub operates as a Placement Agency (Agencia de Colocación, Model A) — we manage the full selection and documentation process so that the driver becomes a direct employee of your company. Model D (staff-leasing ETT, where a Temporary Employment Agency acts as the formal employer) is available subject to obtaining the ETT licence under Spanish Act 14/1994. For staff-leasing requirements, contact us: we will update you on the current status and the alternatives available for your situation.
How quickly can a Ukrainian driver from the pool join our Spain operations?
Ukrainian drivers in the pool hold immediate Spain work authorisation via Temporary Protection (Royal Decree-Law 6/2022, valid until March 2027). The typical timeline from candidate proposal to operational start is 2–3 weeks: 1–2 weeks for basic document processing (TIE/NIE + DGT provisional receipt + Social Security registration). There is no SEPE work-permit wait, which removes the main bottleneck found with other non-EU nationalities.
What documentation does DriversHub verify before proposing a candidate?
The minimum verified dossier includes: valid CE licence (category and expiry date), current CAP certificate (or confirmed enrolment in an accredited training centre), employment history with at least 2 previous employers covering vehicle type and cargo, DGT licence exchange status (if already initiated — provisional receipt or pending), and work authorisation status (type, validity, next renewal). For KZ/MD/BY/UZ drivers with authorisation in progress, DriversHub discloses the realistic timeline before proposing the profile.
What does the service cost?
Model A (direct hire) operates on a single placement fee payable when the placement contract is signed, calculated as a percentage of the agreed annual gross salary. No monthly retainers, no hidden costs. The initial proposal of 2–3 profiles carries no obligation to hire and no charge. Request a quote via WhatsApp or our contact form.
Need CE drivers for your Spain routes now?
Tell us what you need. We send a verified candidate proposal within 24–48 business hours. No commitment, no charge at this stage.