Requirements for Short Stays in Spain:

Complete Guide for Short Stays in Spain: Requirements and Key Tips 

If you are a non-EU foreigner planning to visit Spain as a tourist, there are several requirements you must meet to avoid issues at the border. Take note and prepare for your trip without surprises! ✈️

🔍 1. Basic Entry Requirements for Spain

For stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, you need to present: 

✔ A valid passport with sufficient validity. 

✔ A round-trip ticket or a confirmed tourist itinerary. 

✔ Sufficient financial means for your entire stay. 

✔ Proof of accommodation (hotel, paid Airbnb, or invitation letter). 

✔ Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000. 

✔ Declaration of travel purpose (tourism, not work).

💰 2. How Much Money Do You Need for Your Trip?

According to current regulations, you must prove you have enough financial resources to support yourself in Spain.

✨ Calculation: €118.40 per day of stay. 

✨ Minimum required: €1,065.60 per person, regardless of trip duration.

You can prove these funds through: 

✅ Cash. 

✅ Updated bank statements.

✅ Credit cards with account statements. 

✅ Certified or traveler’s checks.

🌟 Important: Citizens of Mexico and Chile are not systematically required to prove financial means.

🏨 3. Where Will You Stay?

You must also present proof of accommodation: 

✔ Confirmed and paid hotel reservations. 

✔ Paid Airbnb reservation with receipt. 

✔ Invitation letter if staying with a friend or family member.

👉 Attention! The invitation letter means the host is responsible for your stay and return. If you overstay, they could face fines of up to €10,000.

📕 4. Entry and Stay Control

If you exceed the permitted 90-day stay, you will be in irregular status, which can result in: 

❌ Fines or sanctions. 

❌ Expulsion from Spain. 

❌ Possible restrictions on future entries.

🛡️ 5. New Control and Security Regulations

🔹 Traveler and Rental Registration: Since December 2024, accommodations and tourist rentals must register travelers on the official platform of the Ministry of the Interior.

🔹 SES and ETIAS Systems:

• • SES: Records the entry and exit of foreigners in Spain.
  • ETIAS: From 2025, visa-exempt travelers must obtain prior authorization to enter Spain (like the U.S. ESTA).

💬 Avoid Issues and Enjoy Your Trip!

Meeting these requirements will ensure a hassle-free experience during your visit to Spain. If you have any questions, SettleDown is here to assist you with all the necessary documentation and guidance for a successful trip.

🌟 Contact us for personalized consultation.

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