Yes, it works. Foreign Visa/Mastercard in Spain, based on 3 reports from travellers and public sources. Works for: In-store (POS), ATM withdrawal, Contactless.
With Foreign Visa/Mastercard, in Spain
Yes, it works
Over 95% of businesses in cities accept Visa/Mastercard. Universal acceptance at restaurants, shops, supermarkets. Cash still preferred in small villages.
Communitylast confirmed · 74 days ago3 reports
By payment type
In-store (POS)
Works
ATM withdrawal
Works
Contactless
Works
Community notes
3 reportsOver 95% of businesses in cities accept Visa/Mastercard. Universal acceptance at restaurants, shops, supermarkets. Cash still preferred in small villages.
Community · 74 days ago
Spanish ATMs accept all foreign cards. Withdrawal limits €300–€1,000/transaction. Use bank ATMs (BBVA, Santander, CaixaBank) and select 'without conversion' to avoid €2–€7 fees.
Community · 87 days ago
Contactless ubiquitous in Spain. 90%+ of urban businesses accept tap payments. PIN threshold €50.
Community · 100 days ago