To enter Spain, the need for a passport and the requirement to have a visa depends on your nationality and the country you are travelling from. Here is a general summary:
Passport:
- EU/EEA/Swiss citizens: You can enter Spain with your national identity card. You do not need a passport.
- Citizens of other countries: You need a valid passport to enter Spain.
Visa:
- Countries that do not require a visa: Citizens of many countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, among others, can enter Spain and the Schengen area without a visa for short-term stays (up to 90 days in a 180-day period).
- Countries that require a visa: Citizens of certain countries, mainly those that do not have visa-free agreements with the European Union, must obtain a Schengen visa before traveling. This includes countries such as Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Syria, among others.
Recommendations:
- Check the official website: It is advisable to visit the page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Spain or the consular embassy of your country for updated information on entry requirements.
- Passport validity: Make sure that your passport is valid for at least three months after the planned date of departure from Spain and that it has been issued within the last ten years.
If you have more specific questions about your situation, do not hesitate to ask them.