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Quick answer: The currency used in Spain is the Euro (EUR), commonly shown as €.
CurrencyEuro
CodeEUR
Symbol€
How to pay in Spain
Spain uses the euro. Spain’s official tourism site says cash can be used in almost all cases and card payment is also very widespread, especially Visa and Mastercard. For travelers, a mix of a card and some euro cash is usually more flexible than using only one method.
Cash, ATMs and exchange
ATMs are easy to find in cities, airports, stations, shopping areas and tourist zones. Withdrawal or conversion fees may apply. Review the fee screen and the currency choice before confirming the transaction.
A local payment detail worth knowing
Some merchants may set a minimum spend for card payments, with Spain’s tourism site noting that a minimum around €10 can occur. Small cash is therefore useful for low-cost purchases.
Before you travel
- Check whether your card charges foreign-transaction or ATM fees.
- Keep a backup payment method separate from your main wallet.
- When an ATM or terminal offers to convert the charge into your home currency, compare the rate before accepting.
Prices are normally paid in euros; if a terminal offers a home-currency conversion, compare the rate before accepting it.
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Official reference: Spain.info — Money and payments