Macau Visa Requirements
For 🇪🇸 Spain passport holders
Great news! Spain passport holders can enter Macau without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Spanish citizens can enter Macau without a visa for stays up to 90 days. Macau is a Special Administrative Region of China with its own immigration policy, separate from mainland China.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
1 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the stay. No visa required for stays up to 90 days.
Fines and potential detention.
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Macau is extremely safe with very low crime rates. Scams targeting tourists can occur around casinos. Standard precautions apply. Healthcare is excellent. The biggest risk is probably gambling addiction.
Money & Costs
Currency
MOP$ Macanese Pataca (MOP)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $60 · Mid: $150 · Luxury: $500+
Tipping
10% service charge usually included in restaurants. Tipping not expected but appreciated.
Practical Info
Power
Type D, G, M, 220V 50Hz
Driving
Left side
Emergency
999 (Emergency), 112 (Tourist Hotline)
Getting There
Main Airports
Taipa (MFM)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit is from October to December when weather is pleasant and dry. Spring (March-May) is also good. Summer (June-September) is hot, humid, and has typhoon risk. Avoid Chinese holidays when casinos are extremely crowded.
Cultural Notes
Macau has a unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures from 400+ years of colonial rule (returned to China in 1999). The Historic Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with baroque churches and Chinese temples side by side. Macanese cuisine is a distinctive fusion. The Senado Square area showcases this heritage.
Insider Tips
Cantonese and Portuguese are official languages; Mandarin and English widely spoken. The Macanese Pataca (MOP) is the currency; Hong Kong Dollars accepted everywhere at 1:1. Macau is the "Vegas of Asia" but also has UNESCO World Heritage Portuguese colonial architecture. Easily combined with Hong Kong.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit mainland China from Macau?
Visiting mainland China requires a separate Chinese visa, which Spanish citizens must obtain in advance. Macau's visa-free entry does not allow onward travel to mainland China without proper documentation. The border crossing at Gongbei connects to Zhuhai, but you need a China visa to cross.
How do I get from Hong Kong to Macau?
Multiple ferry services connect Hong Kong and Macau (1 hour). TurboJet and Cotai Water Jet operate frequently from Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal and Hong Kong Airport. The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (world's longest sea crossing) offers bus connections. Helicopter service is available but expensive.
What is the Historic Centre of Macau?
The Historic Centre of Macau is a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising over 20 historic buildings and squares blending Portuguese and Chinese elements. Highlights include the Ruins of St. Paul's, Senado Square, A-Ma Temple, and the Monte Fortress. It's the best-preserved example of European colonial architecture in China.
Is Macau just about gambling?
While casinos dominate Macau's economy and visitor numbers, the territory has much more to offer. The UNESCO Historic Centre showcases 400 years of cultural fusion. Macanese cuisine is a unique fusion. Colonial architecture, temples, and museums are worth exploring. Taipa and Coloane islands offer a quieter side. Many visitors spend 1-2 days exploring beyond casinos.
What is Macanese cuisine?
Macanese cuisine is a unique fusion of Portuguese and Cantonese cooking that developed over 400 years. Signature dishes include African chicken (galinha à africana), minchi (minced meat with potatoes), Portuguese egg tarts, and serradura (sawdust pudding). It's distinct from both Portuguese and Chinese food and is only found authentically in Macau.