Spain has now removed its entry requirements for travelers

Spain has now removed its entry requirements for travelers arriving into the country from the EU or Schengen area.

Holidaymakers from the UK still need to show a negative test to enter the country, but the increasingly relaxed rules are “excellent news” for the tourism industry according to Spanish minister Reyes Maroto.

With its sunny beaches, rich architectural heritage, and delicious food, there are plenty of reasons why the Mediterranean nation was the world’s second-most visited country pre-pandemic. And, of course, the long-running favorite of British holidaymakers.

Unlike a number of other European nations, Spain has not scrapped its travel restrictions entirely.

As the world adjusts to international travel in the continuing age of COVID-19, the Spanish tourism sector is expected to reach nearly 90 percent of its 2019 size.

So if you’re one of the many tourists eager to book a 2022 trip to Spain, here’s what you need to know.

What are the latest entry requirements for Spain?

Tourists from within the EU or Schengen area no longer need to show any COVID-19 documents in order to enter the country. 

Visitors from outside the EU however, still need to show proof of vaccination, recovery certificate or a negative test through the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC) or another valid document.

If you don’t have the certificate (or another EU equivalent) you can fill in Spain’s Health Control Form with these details, receiving a QR code to get through the airports.

Either a PCR or rapid antigen test – taken within 72 or 48 hours before arrival, respectively – are accepted. 

What counts as fully vaccinated in Spain?

In order to be considered fully vaccinated by the Spanish government, all travelers must have received their second jab at least 14 days prior to their trip.

You must be vaccinated with a complete course of a vaccine approved by the WHO or EMA.

And, in line with other EU countries, Spain has set an expiration date of 270 days on vaccine passports. This means booster jabs will be required if your second jab was more than nine months ago.

But there is no requirement for 14 days to have passed since getting any further booster jabs and entering Spain, and there is currently no expiration date for booster jabs.

What are the rules for children and teenagers?

Children under 12 years old do not need to show proof of vaccination or undergo any tests. This rule applies to the whole of Spain, including the Canary Islands and the Balearics.

Those aged between aged 12 to 17 no longer have to be fully vaccinated and can get into Spain with a negative PCR (or other NAAT) test result taken within 72 hours before arrival. Antigen tests are not accepted.

Alternatively, fully vaccinated British children aged 12 to 15 are able to prove their immunity with an NHS COVID Pass letter for international travel. Without this proof, travelers aged 12 and over must complete the Health Control Form within 48 hours before traveling to Spain.

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