Is It Safe to Travel to Spain in 2026?
Spain - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
Spain, officially the Kingdom of Spain, is a country in Southern and Western Europe with territories in North Africa. Featuring the southernmost point of continental Europe, it is the largest country in Southern Europe and the fourth-most populous European Union (EU) member state.
Is It Safe to Travel to Spain in 2026?
Spain is currently rated Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution by the U.S. Department of State. Exercise increased caution in Spain due to terrorism and unrest. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain.
Key concerns cited in the advisory:
- terrorism
- civil_unrest
The overall security situation has been worsening recently. Contributing factors: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Spain., Demonstrations are common and may occur in response to various issues..
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers may face heightened risks of terrorism targeting tourist locations and transportation hubs, necessitating vigilance in crowded areas.
Business travelers should be aware of potential disruptions from civil unrest and must remain cautious in public spaces, particularly during demonstrations.
Families with children may encounter risks related to civil unrest and should ensure access to healthcare, which can vary by region.
Remote workers can find reliable internet in urban areas, but should avoid regions with potential unrest that could disrupt their work environment.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Spain.
▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Spain has an overall threat severity of 3.2 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 4.0/10, terrorism risk 5.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Free — scored 90/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Spanish
Vaccinations
Required:
- Yellow Fever: Vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry into the country.
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
Common Questions About Traveling to Spain
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More Spain Data
Free — 90/100 on the Freedom House index.
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