COVID-19: State of alarm, restrictions lifted

IMPACT – HIGH

Spain recently lifted its state of alarm and many of its pandemic-related restrictions.

Key Points:

• The nationwide state of alarm has been lifted.
• People are now allowed to move freely within Spain.
• Travelers entering the country from abroad are no longer subject to 14-day quarantine.
• Non-essential travel from third countries remains restricted until June 30.
• While most borders in the European Union are now open, Spain’s border with Portugal remains restricted until June 30.

Analysis & Comments: Though some restrictions remain in place, the lifting of the state of alarm and pandemic-related restrictions is good news for employers with employees who will be entering the country or who are already there. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and Deloitte will provide additional updates as information becomes available. Please check Deloitte’s COVID-19 Digital Map, available here, for information on travel restrictions and immigration changes in other countries.

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