Travel Information

American citizens travelling to Spain

Citizens of United States that are travelling to Spain can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Spain

⚡ Above average wifi
🤝 friendly locals
🏖️ beaches
mild weather
legal marijuana
safe neighbourhoods
❄️ cold weather

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Spain from United States usually are around 256.00 USD. Finnair is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Vueling, Iberia, and Etihad Airways

. Popular domestic airlines are

Vueling, Ryanair, and EasyJet

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Orange, Movistar, and Yoigo

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

Yes, you can generally drink tap water. This may not apply in smaller towns and rural areas. Double-check when you arrive.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Uber.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is EUR.

1 USD = 0.908225 EUR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $10.46 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Spain. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 90 days past your travel date.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Beginning in January 2021, ETIAS system will become mandatory for all Non-EU international travellers.:

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, including to Spain. The Spanish Government issued a decree on 19 March to close all hotels and alternative accommodation in Spain within seven days of this date. If you're relying on these for accommodation, you should leave as soon as possible by commercial means. If you're staying privately and wish to return to Australia, we also recommend you do so as soon as possible. As of 17 March, Spain closed its land borders to non-residents. The Spanish Government announced a State of Alarm, including a ban on movement throughout the country and a reduction in all public transport services across Spain. If you choose to remain in Spain, follow the advice of local authorities. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Spain.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Spain. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (5.00 / 5)
Safety (4.15 / 5)
Cost of Living (3.40 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$71.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$10.46 USD

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Popular Cities in Spain

A Coruna

Alicante

Arrecife

Barcelona

Bilbao

Ciutadella

Corralejo

Granada

Ibiza

Javea

Las Palmas

Madrid

Malaga

Marbella

Palma

Pamplona

Puerto del Rosario

San Sebastian

Seville

Tarifa

Tenerife

Valencia

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