New Travel Alert: Essential updates for travelers to Spain

Travelers heading to Spain should be aware of several key updates regarding entry requirements, safety, and travel advisories.

As of September 27, 2024, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Spain, including important information on the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) scheduled to be introduced in November 2024.

This new system will affect non-EU nationals, including British travelers, entering and exiting the Schengen area, which includes Spain.

New Entry/Exit System (EES) Starting November 2024

The EES is a digital border system that will replace the current practice of stamping passports for non-EU visitors. Instead, travelers will have their fingerprints and photos taken when entering the Schengen area.

If you enter Spain through specific points like Dover, Eurotunnel at Folkestone, or St Pancras International, these checks will be conducted before you leave the UK.