Can you travel freely between Portugal and Spain?


Can you travel freely between Portugal and Spain? Spain and Portugal are part of the free travel zone called “the Schengen Zone”. Travel between those 24 countries is free and open without any passport control, whether flying, driving or using public transport …


Do you go through customs when leaving Portugal?

Passage through Customs is mandatory for all Portuguese or foreign travellers entering or leaving the country transporting money or goods. However, up to certain limits permitted by law, citizens are not required to declare the goods they are carrying with them.


Can you take a ferry from Portugal to Spain?

The nearest sea connections from North Africa are from Morocco to Spain and Tangier to Gibraltar. There is also a water crossing from Portugal to Spain on a car ferry on the Rio Guadiana from Vila Real de Santo Antonio to Ayamonte.


Can I cross the border between Spain and Portugal?

As both countries are in Schengen, no border formalities - you just drive through. All you notice you've crossed is a change in signage (different language) and perhaps the state of the road. Also remember there's one-hour time difference, Portugal being one hour behind Spain.


Can tourists drive in Portugal?

U.S. Citizens are entitled to drive in Portugal with their U.S. issued driver's license for a period no to exceed 185 days, provided they are not legal residents.


What is the best way to travel from Portugal to Spain?

The most popular way to travel from Portugal to Spain
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Is there passport control between Schengen countries?

The Schengen area comprises 27 European countries. There is normally no passport control on the borders between these countries. If you have a valid visa or residence permit in one of these countries, you can also visit the other Schengen countries.