🇪🇸 Spain
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Capital: Madrid
Spain (ISO code: ES) is located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula and borders Portugal, France, Andorra, and Gibraltar, as well as the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Politically, Spain is a parliamentary monarchy and a member of the European Union and NATO. The climate varies from Mediterranean along the coast to continental in the interior and subtropical in the Canary Islands, characterized by warm summers and mild to cold winters. Economically, Spain is shaped by industry, services, tourism, agriculture, and energy, with automotive manufacturing, machinery, and food production being internationally relevant. In foreign trade, the country primarily exports vehicles, machinery, chemical products, and foodstuffs, while it relies on imports for energy, raw materials, and consumer goods. Logistically, Spain has a well-developed road and rail network, seaports like Barcelona and Valencia, as well as international airports that play an important transit role between Europe, Africa, and Latin America. The national currency is the Euro (EUR). Strategic investments in infrastructure, logistics, and digitalization enhance Spain's competitiveness and integration into global supply chains.
Customs / Import / Export (EU)
Quick operational overview for shipments to the EU. The EU is a customs union; for imports from non‑EU countries, customs clearance and import VAT are typically key topics.
Documents (typical)
- Commercial invoice (description, value, Incoterms)
- Packing list (weights, dimensions, packages)
- HS code / tariff classification (duties/taxes and restrictions)
- Importer EORI and (where relevant) origin/preference documents
- Transport documents (AWB / Bill of Lading) depending on mode
Process (simplified)
Trade
Top import partners
- DE
- CN
- FR
- IT
- US
Top export partners
- FR
- DE
- PT
- IT
- GB
Top import goods
- Erdöl
- Fahrzeuge
- Maschinen
- Chemikalien
- Elektronik
Top export goods
- Fahrzeuge
- Maschinen
- Lebensmittel
- Chemikalien
- Pharmazeutika
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FAQ
What are the latest news for Spain?
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Which airports are in Spain?
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Which seaports are in Spain?
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Which trade partners are important for Spain?
Which logistics terms are especially relevant for Spain?
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