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Pick up to 4 economies and see customs authorities, licensing regimes, prohibited & restricted lists, sanctions overlays and dispute forums side by side. Decision-support only - always confirm with local counsel.

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Spain
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IntroSpain applies the EU Union Customs Code through the AEAT (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria) and the DUA/AC (Documento Único Administrativo) declaration flow. Dual-use exports sit with the SGDCE (Secretaría General de Comercio, Ministerio de Economía).
Primary authorities
  • AEAT - AduanasCustoms entry, DUA filings, VAT deferment (IVA importación diferido).
  • SGDCE / JIMDDUDual-use and defence-material export licences.
  • SOIVREQuality inspection for foodstuffs, fruit & vegetables, industrial products.
  • AEMPS / AECOSANPharma, medical, consumer safety.
Licensing regimes
  • Dual-use export licenceEU Reg 2021/821; SEUR portal. · SGDCE
  • Defence material export licenceCommon Military List; JIMDDU inter-ministerial. · SGDCE
  • IVA differed at importMonthly VAT return offset - REDEME registration. · AEAT
  • SOIVRE conformityTextile, footwear, toys, some appliances entering EU via ES. · SOIVRE
Prohibited goods
  • · EU comprehensive-sanctioned origins.
  • · Counterfeit and pirated goods (EU Reg 608/2013).
  • · Torture goods (EU Reg 2019/125).
  • · Certain endangered species and derivatives (CITES).
Restricted goods
  • · Dual-use items and national catch-all.
  • · Fisheries products - IUU catch certificate.
  • · Precursors - Reg 273/2004 authorisation.
  • · EUDR commodities from Dec 2025.
Labelling requirements
  • · CE marking; Spanish-language labelling for consumer products.
  • · Food labelling per EU 1169/2011.
  • · Ecoembes / Ecovidrio packaging producer responsibility.
Sanctions overlay
  • · EU sanctions transposed via royal decree; SEPBLAC / DGT.
  • · OFAC coordination via Banco de España.
  • · Russia packages 1 to 21 (21st package, 23 Jul 2026); Iran, DPRK, Syria, Belarus.
Dispute resolutionReposición before AEAT within one month; Tribunal Económico-Administrativo (TEAR/TEAC); onward Audiencia Nacional. Corte Civil y Mercantil de Arbitraje (CIMA) and Madrid Arbitration Centre for commercial disputes. NY Convention party since 1977.
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Frequently asked questions

How do I compare import regulations between two countries?

Pick two to four countries above. The table lines up the customs authority, import licensing, VAT/GST rate, prohibited and restricted goods, sanctions overlays and dispute forums, with links to each official source.

Is this comparison legal advice?

No. It is decision support built from published government sources. Regulatory positions change often, so confirm every action with the named authority or licensed local counsel before you ship.

Where do I calculate the duty once I know the rules?

Use the Import Duty & VAT Calculator for a quick CIF-based estimate, or the Landed Cost Calculator for the full cost stack including freight, insurance and destination charges.

Next step: Import Duty & VAT Calculator or Landed Cost Calculator. Last reviewed 14 October 2026.

Comparison is decision-support only. Regulatory positions change frequently - confirm every action with the named authorities or licensed local counsel.