A new rule has been implemented in spain that requires visitors to disclose to authorities the hotels they want to stay at, the vehicle they plan to rent, and a number of other personal information.
The new regulations, which will take effect on december 2, have generated discussion on social media, particularly among UK tourists since the country is the most popular vacation spot for british nationals. According to the Spanish government, these actions are required to safeguard its population from terrorism and organized crime.
Currently, Spanish hotels ask visitors for their passport information or ID cards, but the new rule mandates that companies gather up to 31 pieces of information.
The “Big Brother” mentality is being criticized by social media users.
According to one user, “Boycott Spanish islands altogether, rather go to Turkiye anyway,” “There was no significant loss. Another person commented, “I detested my two weeks of vacation there.”
Spain supports the new regulation.
In a statement, Spain’s State secretariat for Security, or Secretaria de Estado de Seguridad, stated that “both organized crime and terrorist activity, in both cases with a marked transnational character, carry out the greatest attacks on public safety.”
The involvement of foreign people in “terrorist threats and other serious crimes” was also mentioned.
The new rules will also apply to guests staying at Airbnb.
What details are being sought?
From december 2, tourists will have to share personal details such as:
Full name
Gender
Nationality
Passport number
Date of birth
Home address
Landline phone number (if you have one)
Mobile phone number
Email address
The new law does not apply to those under the age of 14, but it requires adults who accompany them to explain their connection with minors.
It’s crucial to remember that there are no penalties for travelers, but lodging operators risk fines if accurate data is not gathered.
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