Spain plans to “look into the pocket” of every tourist who enters the country, to make sure that he has enough money for accommodation and generally for his stay on the territory of the kingdom. Moreover, all tourists coming from outside the EU will now be required to provide other documentary evidence: in particular, a return ticket and proof of hotel reservation.
At the same time, the amounts are considerable. The tourist may be asked to demonstrate that he has enough money with him – an amount of about 100 euros per day is considered sufficient. According to the requirements cited by the Daily Record, travelers must carry at least €900.
But that’s not all. In addition to proof of solvency, other documents may also be required from tourists. In particular, a return ticket or a ticket for a flight to another country, proves that the tourist, on the one hand, plans to rest in Spain, and on the other hand, does not plan to stay in it. They may also ask for confirmation of a hotel reservation or other type of accommodation.
Travel agencies and tourists from Europe are already shocked. Moreover, at the beginning of the summer season, it was assumed that Spain would simplify the rules, instead of strengthening them even more.