Spain has announced the full list of visa-free travel for citizens across the world, which includes eight African countries.
It was gathered that the move is designed to strengthen diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Europe and Africa, opening up new opportunities for tourism, short-term study, and business.
As of July 2026, ordinary passport holders from the following eight African countries can travel to Spain visa-free, without the hassle of applying for a traditional Schengen visa beforehand:
- Botswana
- Cabo Verde (Cape Verde)
- Eswatini
- Lesotho
- Mauritius
- Namibia
- Rwanda
- Seychelles
Travelers from these nations can now enjoy the vibrant streets of Madrid, the beaches of Costa del Sol, or conduct business across the country with far fewer administrative hurdles.
Because Spain is a member of the Schengen Area, this exemption also allows eligible visitors to travel freely across other participating European countries during their stay.
In addition to several African countries, nine Caribbean Community (CARICOM) territories have also made the cut for citizens to enjoy visa-free access to Spain.
These include:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- The Bahamas
- Barbados
- Dominica
- Grenada
- St. Kitts and Nevis
- St. Lucia
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
What does this mean for passport holders from these countries?
Eligible passport holders are permitted to stay for up to 90 days within a period of 180 days.
This visa is intended for business, tourism, and general short-term visits.
As Spain is part of the Schengen Area, travellers can also explore other participating European nations within the 90-day timeframe. This includes travelling to key destinations like France, Portugal, Greece, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium and Austria.
Once the European system is fully implemented, travellers will be required to obtain standard ETIAS travel authorisation.
