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Spain Travel Entry Requirements and Documentation (2025/03/01)

Summary:

This collection of web pages provides essential information for travelers planning to visit Spain, focusing primarily on entry requirements, visa regulations, passport validity, and other documentation needed for entering the country.

Passport Requirements

• Validity Period: Passports must have a "date of issue" less than 10 years before arrival date and an "expiry date" at least 3 months after the planned departure from the Schengen area

• The US State Department recommends 6 months validity, though Spain officially requires 3 months beyond departure date

• Passports must have at least one blank page per stamp

Visa Requirements

• Citizens from EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland can enter Spain with either their national identity card or valid passport

• For tourists from other countries, including the US and UK:

• No tourist visa required for stays under 90 days within any 180-day period

• The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen area, not just Spain

• Visitors must get their passports stamped on entry and exit to verify compliance with the 90-day limit

• Long-stay visas are required for stays exceeding 90 days (except for EU citizens and associated countries)

Entry Documentation

When arriving in Spain, travelers may need to show: - Return or onward ticket - Proof of travel insurance - Evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of stay - Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation - If staying with friends or family, a "carta de invitation" (invitation letter) may be required

Border Control Procedures

• British nationals should use desks staffed by border officers

• Adults (18+) may be permitted to use e-gates when available

• E-gate users must ensure their passports are properly stamped

• New EU Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU nationals has been delayed (as of information date)

Special Visa Categories

• Digital Nomad Visa: Spain offers a special visa for international teleworkers that allows:

• One-year residence for remote work anywhere in Spain

• Available to non-EU citizens working remotely for companies outside Spain

• Requirements include ongoing professional activity for at least one year, proof of remote work capability, and professional qualifications

• Can be renewed for up to three years

Additional Travel Considerations

• Cash amounts of €10,000 or more must be declared when entering

• Restrictions exist on bringing certain foods into Spain, particularly meat and milk products

• Different requirements apply when traveling between Spain and Gibraltar

• Special regulations apply for unaccompanied minors (those under 18)

This information is current as of March 1, 2025, and travelers should verify the latest requirements with official sources before departure, as regulations may change.