How strict are drinking laws in Spain?

One of the most important things to know is the law on alcohol. In Spain, the minimum purchasing and drinking age for alcohol is 18. So, make sure your kids are 18 before they purchase beer or wine even, if accompanied by their parents or other adults.



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Drinking in Spain However, those under the age of 18 can buy beer or wine if they are with their parents, and there's no minimum age for drinking alcohol inside the home, so it's up to parents to decide whether they think their child should be allowed to drink.

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In conclusion, while it is not strictly mandatory to carry ID at all times in Spain, it is in the best interest of residents, including foreigners, to have a government-issued ID card or passport readily available.

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- Admission to nightclubs is only permitted to people over 18. - Admission to certain venues may be restricted to a certain dress code. - The consumption of alcoholic drinks outdoors is prohibited, with the exception of the terraces belonging to venues which are specially adapted for this purpose.

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The legal age of entry at discos is 18. This is because once inisde any bar or pub, you can order any alcoholic drinks you want, and you won't never be asked for your ID.

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Personal ID You must provide photo ID if requested by a police officer. This includes the Guardia Civil and national, regional and local police forces. The police have the right to hold you at a police station until they have confirmed your identity.

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The penalty of imprisonment of six months to one year and a fine of three to six months will be imposed on the person who knowingly uses a false identity document.

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