New travel rules to make holidays to 3 Brit-loved hotspots in Spain much easier (2024)

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What are the new rules for British holiday makers in Spain? ›

Spain has introduced a travel rule that could see UK tourists turned away at the border if they fail to meet a new financial requirement. British holidaymakers must now prove they have sufficient funds for their stay, with Spanish authorities demanding proof of €113.40 (£97) per day.

The Spanish government has accused the English media of spreading “a hoax” about British tourists being asked to prove they have a certain amount of money to enter the country.

A new rule in Spain will require tourists to have 113 euros (£97) per day if they want to holiday there. British tourists have been left enraged by a new rule in Spain that could require them to prove they have £97 of spending money per day.

UK holidaymakers are considering a switch from Spain to destinations like Greece and Italy due to new financial requirements imposed by Spanish authorities. The recent enforcement of a rule demanding proof of sufficient funds for a stay has sparked outrage among British tourists.

This is not a new rule made for Brits post-Brexit. Millions and millions of visitors to Spain from these countries might have to show a minimum of €113.40 (c. £97) per day for the duration of their trip. As well as 'subsistence' you might also be asked to show proof of accommodation and an onward or homeward ticket.

The same rules apply for taking cash out of Spain as for bringing it in. You can take up to €10,000 EUR or the currency equivalent out of the country. Take anything above that sum, and you'll need to make a customs declaration.

To enter Spain, British tourists may be asked to prove that they can spend at least €100 per day. Under post-Brexit rules, Spanish border officials can ask travellers to show that they have 'economic resources' to cover the cost of their trip. This amounts to €100 for each day of their trip.

The amount of €100 per day represents ten per cent of the gross minimum interprofessional gross salary or its legal equivalent in third-country currency multiplied by the amount of days they plan on spending in the territory of Spain and by the number of other travellers whose expenses will also be covering.

Why are Brits moving out of Spain? ›

The UK's departure from the EU has brought about many challenges for British citizens living in Spain. The new residency rules, uncertainty around healthcare, tightening financial situations, and job market difficulties are just a few of the problems they face.

Dozens of UK tourists have enjoyed spending months residing in the Canary Islands after they purchased holiday homes overseas. However, UK citizens have now been informed that they can only spend 90 days in Spain at a time. The strict regulations have caused fed-up travellers to want to leave altogether.

How has Brexit affected buying a house in Spain? You may be wondering if, after Brexit, you will be affected when purchasing a property in Spain. The answer is simply, no. As non-EU citizens, you have the same guarantees and rights as EU citizens.

Entry bans – If you're caught travelling in Spain – or any other Schengen country – past the 90-day period, you could be banned from re-entering for up to 3 years. Prison sentences – Staying in Spain for over 90 days in any 180 days without a valid visa can result in jail time.

You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes Spain, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This applies if you travel: as a tourist. to visit family or friends.