Do Americans need visa to Spain?

U.S. citizens traveling to Spain are not subject to any COVID-19 entry restrictions. Spain is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Spain for up to 90 days for tourism or business without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.



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U.S. passport holders will soon need ETIAS to travel to Spain. The new European visa waiver starts in 2024. This page explains the ETIAS requirements for U.S. citizens traveling to Spain and what you need to apply.

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If you hold an American passport, you can stay in Spain for up to 90 days within any period of 180 days without a visa under the 90/180 rule. However, if you plan to stay longer than 90 days, you'll need to apply for a Spanish D visa, which comes in different categories depending on the purpose of your travel.

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A U.S. citizen may remain in any Schengen country (or travel between various Schengen countries) as a tourist for up to 90 days in a 180-day period without a visa.

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How long can US citizens stay in Spain? US citizens can stay in Spain for 90 days out of every 180 days without a visa. A Spanish residency permit obtained through the Spain Golden Visa program is valid for two years and can be renewed continuously every three years, provided the investment is maintained.

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Entry requirements:
  1. Visa.
  2. Valid passport (must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry in Spain).
  3. Sufficient funds to cover your trip.
  4. Return or onward ticket.
  5. An accommodation provider.
  6. Important: The Spain Health Control Form (SpTH) is not required anymore to travel to Spain.


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TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stays less than six months.

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