Do you need a vaccine to go to Spain?

Do I need a COVID-19 vaccination certificate for Spain? No, passengers no longer need a COVID-19 vaccination certificate to enter Spain. International travellers are recommended to be fully vaccinated, but there is no obligation to show proof of vaccination. Travel rules have now returned to normal for most visitors.



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Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain.

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Spanish regulations ban the import of illicit narcotics and drugs. There are also very restrictive regulations for imports of explosives, firearms, defense equipment and material, tobacco, and gambling material.

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements 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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Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and civil unrest. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain.

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ETIAS will cost 7 euros (about $8 or 6 British pounds) for a three-year permit that allows third-country nationals to enter the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

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Travelers of all ages from countries who are eligible to enter the European Schengen Area without a visa will need an ETIAS travel authorization when visiting any of the Schengen member countries as well as Bulgaria, Romania, and Cyprus. This includes transit passengers.

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Do infants, children or teens need an ETIAS? Yes, all travellers, regardless of their age, will require a separate and approved ETIAS in order to travel to the European Union. However, individuals under the age of 18, or over the age of 70, are exempt from paying the €7 processing fee.

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Decisions on whether the ETIAS will be granted are made on a case-by-case basis. As ETIAS is in place to prevent terrorism and serious crime in Europe, only those individuals deemed a threat will go on to have their request denied. Travelers with minor convictions should not be deterred from applying for ETIAS.

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Your ETIAS travel authorisation is valid for three years or until the travel document you used in your application expires - whichever comes first. It is for short-term stays: a valid ETIAS travel authorisation entitles you to stay in the European countries requiring ETIAS for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

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Therefore, you do not necessarily need to exchange money before traveling to Spain if you plan on using your card for most transactions. Just make sure that your credit card waives international card transaction fees, otherwise, those fees will add on very quickly.

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