Do i need a visa for Spain from UK after Brexit ?
Do i need a visa for Spain from UK after Brexit ?
Finally, the UK left the European union on 1st January 2021 and for sure it has some effects on the freedom of travel to Spain from the UK.
Answering the question, From January 2021, all British ( holders of British Passports) are regarded as non-EU citizens in all immigration and visa procedures for Spain.
And simple answer for Do I need a visa for Spain from the UK after Brexit? is NO . You do not require a visa and just with your British passport, you can enter Spain to visit and stay 90 days in each 180 calendar days. With this visa, you do not have a right to work or study, and for a long residency, which is, more than 90 days, you should apply for the visa.
In this page, we are trying to summarize all other questions that our travelers have about traveling to Spain from the UK after Brexit and visa requirements for the British. All the information published here is gathered for those interested in visiting Spain for holiday purposes after Brexit.
Is there any border control between Spain and UK after Brexit ?
Yes, after the 1st of January 2021, All British are considered nations from third parties to the European Union any are subjected to border control at entrance and exit to Schengen countries.
One of the items that usually is being checked at border control is how many days you have been in Spain it should exceed more than 90 days every 180 days and you should Present a return or onward ticket.
Can I drive to Spain from UK after Brexit ?
Or better to say is my British driving license valid in Spain after Brexit? Yes, your British driving license is valid in Spain and is being threatened as a third-country driving license and not a European license. So technically, you do not have a problem driving to Spain from the UK after Brexit and your driving license is considered valid up to 6 months after the entrance to Spain.
You do not need IDP (International Driving Permit) to drive to Spain after Brexit.
Is land border of Spain open after Brexit ?
Yes, the border is open and you could drive to Spain after Brexit. You are subjected to all border control and customs control at your first entrance to Schengen Area and afterward, you have the freedom to drive the entire Schengen area with your British driving license.
Do not forget to check the coverage of your car's third-party insurance before starting your drive to Spain.
How long can you holiday in Spain after Brexit ?
After the first of January 2021, you can visit Spain as a tourist for 90 days in each 180 calendar days.
What document do I need to travel to Spain after Brexit ?
Passports must be valid for at least six months from the day the holder travels to the EU and you are advised to take out private travel insurance to cover any eventuality.