Useful Information

Banks and Currencies: Click here for information about the Spanish banks and currency.

Climate: Spain is used to a stable climate and therefore it will not be necessary to bring excessive clothing. There are likely to be periods of rain from the end of September to November and during March and April in the south of the Spain. This is particularly the case in the Costa del Sol, so it is advisable to bring some form of wet weather clothing during these months.

Duty Free: Free allowances on imports from EU countries no longer exist but are still applicable to goods purchased outside the European Union.For full information on imports into the UK, contact Customs & Excise on 08450109000. www.hmce.gov.uk . Spanish customs regulations are more stringent on both imports and exports.

Electricity: The electricity in Spain runs at 220 volts. You will need to use the standard European two pin plug or a travel adapter, you may need to bring your own as it is not always possible to find them.

Health service: British tourists visiting Spain, covered by the British National Insurance scheme, will enjoy free medical assistance under the Spanish Health Service during their stay. Please contact your local Health Authority Office for further assistance and to request the E111 form. Medical Conditions: Those requiring special treatment or diets are advised to carry a letter from their doctor translated into Spanish, indicating the nature of the condition, treatment and medicines required. Special dietary products are available from health shops and pharmacies. British Consulates may supply names and addresses of local doctors in emergencies

Imports: Those wishing to import household goods, firearms, etc. into Spain need to contact the Spanish Consulates in the UK.

Insurance: You are advised to take out adequate holiday insurance. This is available from most tour operators and travel agents.

Mail: Always post correspondence with Spanish Post Office stamps at official post boxes or hotels displaying the logo “Correos and Telegrafos”.

Measurements: Spain follows the metric system of measurement which uses centimetres, metres and kilometres for distances and dimensions, and grams and kilograms for weights.

Pets: An export health certificate issued by an official British Veterinary Inspector is required to import pets into Spain. Further information from the Agricultura, Pesca y Alimentación office at the Spanish Embassy.

Public Holidays: January 1st & 6th, April 9th (Good Friday), 1st May, October 12th, Nov 1st, Dec 6th, 8th & 25th. In addition to these holidays there are another five established by the regional authorities and the local councils.

Shopping: Shops open at various times and are dependent on the season, during the summer they are normally open from ten in the morning until one thirty or two in the afternoon, and then from five thirty until nine in the evening.Most shops in Spain close at lunch time. (Lunch break is normally between 13.00 and 16.00).In the main tourist areas during the summer it isn't uncommon for shops to remain open during the afternoons and to close later in the evening, if they do, however, they do not usually open until later in the morning. The opening and closing time of restaurants and other related establishments varies and sometimes stay open until the last person leaves. General Stores are to be found in most provincial capital towns; most open all day from 10.00 to 20.00. Open Air Markets are held once or twice a week in most Spanish towns and holiday resorts. Details about days and times may be obtained locally. Supermarkets are to be found in most resorts.

Summer Time: From the morning of the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.

Taxis: Taxi fares vary in different areas. There is a basic initial charge, additional surcharges will be added to the meter fare at night, weekends and public holidays. Taxi drivers should have a list of approved fares for inter-city runs, railway stations and airports, and will be able to supply information prior to boarding the vehicle.

Tax refunds: EU citizens are not entitled to tax refunds on purchases made in Spain. Further enquiries should be made to the Spanish Commercial Office.

Telephone Service: To call direct to the UK from Spain, dial:00 44 + local UK code: Telephone rates need to be checked locally. Full instructions are shown in all international boxes. Dial 112 for all emergencies. Mobile phone companies will be able to advise on the geographical cover they offer.There is usually a telephone box in the street or in the other public areas. These have instructions for use in different languages, and also an operator service if needed. The main emergency telephone numbers are displayed in public telephone boxes.

Televisions: The Spanish television systems are Norma G for black and white and PAL for colour. British television sets are not suitable for either unless previously adjusted by a technician. For further information please contact your main dealer.

Tipping: 5-10% of the bill is customary, although related to clients’ satisfaction with services received.

Vaccinations: According to the Spanish and World Health Organisations, no vaccinations are needed by EU residents to enter Spain.

Working hours: These don't vary significantly, banks and the majority of all public administration services only open during the mornings, however essential services are open during the afternoons. There are public lost property offices, but it is usual report lost items at police stations.

Tourist Offices

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE MÁLAGA
Telf: 952 21 34 45
Fax: 952 22 94 21
Oficina de Información Turística
(Junta de Andalucía)
Pasaje Chinitas, 4
29015 MALAGA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DEL AEROPUERTO DE MÁLAGA
Telf: 952 04 84 84
Extensión 58617
Fax: 952 04 85 35
Oficina de Información Turística
(Junta de Andalucía)
Aeropuerto de Málaga
Avda. García Morato, s/n
29004 MALAGA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE ALORA
Telf: 952 49 83 80
Fax: 952 49 72 75
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. de la Constitución, 102
29500 ALORA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE ANTEQUERA
Telf: 952 70 25 05
Fax: 952 70 25 05
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Plaza de San Sebastián, 7
29200 ANTEQUERA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE ANTEQUERA
Telf: 952 70 39 32
Fax: 952 84 02 56
O.A.L. Antequera
Infante Don Fernando
Edif. San Luis
29200 ANTEQUERA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE ARDALES
Telf: 952 45 80 87
Fax: 952 45 81 69
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Plaza de la Constitución, 1
29550 ARDALES

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE BENALMADENA COSTA
Telf: 952 44 24 94
Fax: 952 44 06 78
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. Antonio Machado,
1429630 BENALMADENA COSTA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE CARRATRACA
Telf: 952 45 80 16
Fax: 952 45 82 76
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
C/ Trinidad Grund,
229551 CARRATRACA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE COIN
Telf: 952 45 32 11
Fax: 952 45 32 11
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Pedro González Domínguez,
s/n(Mercado Mayorista)
29100 COIN

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE COMPETA
Telf: 952 55 33 01
Fax: 952 51 63 81
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
C/ Rampa,
329754 COMPETA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE ESTEPONA
Telf: 952 80 20 02
952 80 20 07
Fax: 952 79 21 81
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. San Lorenzo,
129680 ESTEPONA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE FUENGIROLA
Telf: 952 46 74 57
Fax: 952 46 51 00
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. Jesús Santos Rein,
629640 FUENGIROLA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE MARBELLA
Telf: 952 77 14 42
Fax: 952 77 94 57
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Glorieta de la Fontanilla
29600 MARBELLA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE MARBELLA
Telf: 952 82 28 18
Fax: 952 82 29 44
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Ctra. Nal. 340, Km. 182
Arco de Entrada
20600 MARBELLA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE MARBELLA
Telf: 952 82 35 50
Fax: 952 77 26 21
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Plaza de los Naranjos(Bajos Ayuntamiento)
29600 MARBELLA

OFICINA MUNICIPAL DE TURISMO DE MIJAS
Telf: 952 48 58 20
Fax: 952 48 66 94
Plaza Virgen de la Peña, s/n.
29650 Mijas (Málaga)

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE NERJA
Telf: 952 52 15 31
Fax: 952 52 62 87
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Puerta del Mar,
229780 NERJA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE RONDA
Telf: 952 87 12 72
Fax: 952 87 12 72
Oficina de Información Turística
(Junta de Andalucía)
Plaza de España,
129400 RONDA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE RONDA
Telf: 952 87 44 42
Fax: 952 87 67 90
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Plaza de la Merced,
229400 RONDA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE SAN PEDRO DE ALCANTARA
Telf: 952 78 52 52
Fax: 952 78 90 90
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. Marqués del Duero,
6929670 SAN PEDRO DE ALCANTARA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE SAN PEDRO DE ALCANTARA
Telf: 952 78 13 60
Fax: 952 78 13 59
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Ctra. Nal. 340, Km. 170,
5Arco de Entrada
29670 SAN PEDRO DE ALCANTARA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE TORRE DEL MAR
Telf: 952 54 11 04
Fax: 952 54 33 31
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Avda. de Andalucía,
11929740 TORRE DEL MAR

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE TORREMOLINOS
Telf: 952 37 19 09
Fax: 952 37 95 51
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
Plaza de las Comunidades Autónomas
29620 TORREMOLINOS

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE TORREMOLINOS
Telf: 952 37 42 31
Fax: 952 37 95 51
Oficina Municipal de Turismo(Departamento de Extranjeros)
C/ Rafael Quintana, s/n
29620 TORREMOLINOS

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE TORREMOLINOS
Telf: 952 37 29 56
Oficina Municipal de Turismo Plaza del Borbollón, 1
29620 TORREMOLINOS

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE TORROX COSTA
Telf: 952 53 02 25
Fax: 952 53 25 26Oficina Municipal de TurismoCentro Internacional
Bloque 79 bajo
29770 TORROX COSTA

OFICINA DE INFORMACIÓN TURÍSTICA DE YUNQUERA
Telf: 952 48 26 09
Fax: 952 48 25 01
Oficina Municipal de Turismo
C/ Del Pozo,
1729410 YUNQUERA