Did you know that if you’re entering or leaving Spain with a large amount of money, you need to declare it to Spanish authorities? The same applies if you’re travelling around Spain with it too. Here's what you need to know.
Esme Fox - esme@thelocal.es
Updated: Tue 11 Aug 2026 10:52 CET
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When entering or leaving Spain, you can carry up to €10,000 (or foreign currency equivalent) without declaring it. Photo: John Oswald/Unsplash
Did you know that if you’re entering or leaving Spain with a large amount of money, you need to declare it to Spanish authorities? The same applies if you’re travelling around Spain with it too. Here's what you need to know.
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