Barcelona Entry Requirements Guide for US Visitors (2025)

Passport Requirements

• Must have a valid U.S. passport.
• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from Spain and the Schengen Area .

ETIAS Travel Authorization (New for 2025)

• Starting in 2025, U.S. citizens must obtain ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) approval before travel .
• Apply online with your passport, personal details, travel plans, and pay the €7 (about $8) fee (free for travelers under 18 or over 70) .
• ETIAS is valid for up to 3 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first .
• Approval is usually quick, but apply before booking flights or accommodation .
• Make sure your ETIAS matches your passport details exactly .

Visa Requirements

• U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourism or business stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period .
• For stays longer than 90 days or for work, study, or residence, you must apply for the appropriate Spanish visa before arrival .

Proof of Financial Means

• You must show proof of sufficient funds: at least €118 (about $125) per day of stay, with a minimum of €1,065 (about $1,125) for stays of 9 days or more .
• Accepted proof includes cash, traveler’s cheques, a credit card with a recent bank statement (not online printouts), or an official bank letter .

Return or Onward Ticket

• You may be asked to show proof of onward or return travel at the border.

Health and Vaccination

• No specific vaccinations required, but stay up to date on routine vaccines as recommended by the CDC .
• Prescription medications must comply with Spanish regulations; check the European Agency for Medication list before travel .

Other Entry Considerations

• If carrying €10,000 (about $10,600) or more in cash or equivalent, you must declare it upon entry or exit .
• Travelers with disabilities or special needs are protected by Spanish law .
• No COVID-19 vaccination, recovery, or test proof is required as of 2025 .

Staying Longer or Moving to Barcelona

• For stays longer than 90 days, or for work, study, or residence, apply for the appropriate visa and permits before traveling .
• After arrival, register as a resident and obtain a foreigner’s ID card if staying long-term .