Travel guide to Spain (Madrid) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Madrid
- Official language: Spanish (plus regional co-official languages)
- Currency: Euro (EUR · €)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Schengen Area: requires a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Europe and issued within the last 10 years. (Min. 3 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type C & F (2 round European pins) · 230 V (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 112 / 091 (National Police) | Ambulance: 112 / 061 | Fire: 112 / 080
- International calling code: +34
- Tap water safety: High-quality potable tap water (especially in Madrid).
- Tipping custom: Optional (service is included). Leaving 5%–10% at restaurants for great service is appreciated.
- Driving side: Right