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Vacation in Spain
Short visits, entry rules, transport, places to stay, and practical trip planning in Spain.
Live in Spain
Healthcare, banking, taxes, digital access, and the key admin steps for everyday life in Spain.
Not legal advice. Always verify with official sources before filing.
IberiGo guide
Official tourism in Spain — destinations and planning
Spain's official tourism portal covers destinations, regions, and trip ideas across the country.
Official tourism and ideas
Spain is one of the most visited countries in the world, with sharply different experiences by region. The Mediterranean coast (Costa Brava, Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol) offers beach holidays and warm winters; cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, and Valencia offer culture, food, and architecture; the Canary Islands and Balearics are popular year-round island destinations; and inland regions like Andalusia, Castilla, and the Basque Country offer a slower, more local experience. Shoulder season (April–May and September–October) gives you better prices, fewer crowds, and good weather in most regions. The official Spain tourism portal (spain.info) is the clearest starting point for regional ideas without commercial noise.
Next 3 steps
- Start with the official tourism portal to browse regions, cities, and trip styles.
- Use the official information to narrow choices before you compare prices.
- Once you have a clearer direction, move to transport and accommodation with less noise.
Official links
This app is a planning guide, not legal advice. Spanish immigration and administration rules, document lists, fees, and appointment labels can change. Always verify your procedure with official sources before filing.
Documents that often slow people down
Identity and civil records
- Valid passport or EU national ID.
- Birth, marriage, or partnership records where relevant.
- Legalization or Hague apostille for many foreign public documents.
- Sworn Spanish translations when documents are not accepted as-is.
Spain-side basics
- Address in Spain and, when requested, padrón certificate.
- Immigration appointment confirmation.
- Correct EX form for your procedure.
- Paid tasa receipt, often Modelo 790 with the matching code.
Money, health, purpose
- Proof of economic means for routes that require it.
- Health insurance or public coverage proof where required.
- School admission, remote-work evidence, family link, or permit approval.
- Criminal record certificate for some visas and residence routes.
Not every document applies to every route. The guide should help you narrow this down.
Official sources
Appointments and fees
Identity and residence
Digital access
Residence routes
This app is a planning guide, not legal advice. Spanish immigration and administration rules, document lists, fees, and appointment labels can change. Always verify your procedure with official sources before filing.
Last reviewed: July 2026