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Each country has its own way of moving money, and choosing the right method can sometimes be difficult. That’s why we have curated the most popular and best payment options for you to use in Spain.
Yes, PayPal is accepted in Spain.
Wondering what the most popular ways to pay are in Spain? Explore the top payment options and choose wisely.
Spain, with a population of around 49.72 million people, has a GDP of approximately 1.80 trillion making it the 12nd largest economy in the world. The official currency of Spain is the Euro (EUR)
A large, diversified economy with main drivers in tourism, manufacturing (automotive), and financial services. As a member of the European Union and the Eurozone, it is highly integrated with the EU market, especially with France and Germany.
The most popular payment method in Spain for both online and in-store purchases is the debit or credit card. Bizum, a dominant instant mobile payment service integrated into Spanish banking apps, is the standard for peer-to-peer transfers and is increasingly used for e-commerce. Physical cash in Euros is still widely used for smaller purchases, especially for tapas and by older demographics.
Whatever you need to buy during your trip, whether it’s a travel adapter, train ticket or an extra bottle of sunscreen, the Wise Multi-Currency Card has you covered.
You can spend like a local in 150+ countries, as this clever contactless card automatically converts currency at the mid-market exchange rate whenever you spend - for just a small conversion fee.
And for extra convenience, you can add your Wise Multi-Currency Card to your Google Wallet or Apple Wallet. Then you can travel even lighter and pay using just your phone, with no need to pack the physical card.
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