Holidaymakers may be forced to prove they have at least £760 to spend to enter Spain this summer as it implements new restrictions that group British tourists into the same category as those traveling from a “third country” outside the EU.
The Spanish government has said that after Brexit, British tourists hoping to enter the country may have to show they have enough money for their stay – a minimum of €100 (£85) per person per day and have €900 (£761). available in funds.
This is why a family of four staying in Spain for a week may need proof of at least £3,141 before being allowed to enter the country. Tourists coming from outside the European Union may be asked to use cash, cheques, traveler’s checks or credit cards, as well as a bank statement as proof of funds.
Spanish border agents may also ask holidaymakers to show a return or return ticket or provide proof of accommodation in order to be admitted into the country.
The British Foreign Office added: “The Spanish government has clarified that a ‘carta de invitation’ is one of the options available to prove you have accommodation if you are staying with friends or family.”
People took to Twitter to express their disbelief over the new policy. One user wrote that it would hit college students and others trying to get a cheap summer vacation.
Another said:
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