You've planned the perfect holiday in Spain, but there's one problem: you don't know if you can take food in your suitcase. Whether you are taking food as gifts for friends and family or if you just like to have home comforts with you when you travel, you’ll need to check the restrictions before you travel.

The good news is that yes, you can take food in your suitcase to Spain. However, there are a few things to keep in mind. First of all, it's important to make sure that the food is properly packaged and sealed. You'll also need to make sure that it doesn't spoil or go bad while you're travelling.

If you're not sure what foods are allowed in Spain, or if you have any other questions about taking food with you on your trip, check with your airline before you travel. They should be able to give you the most up-to-date information. 

The rules have changed since Brexit as the UK is no longer part of the EU. This means that individuals travelling between the UK and EU no longer enjoy freedom of movement, which means that travellers are subject to restrictions on what they can bring with them.

While some items may be subject to restrictions, with a little bit of planning, you'll be able to enjoy your favourite foods while you're on holiday. This can be a great deal of comfort if you are travelling with a fussy toddler, for example. 

Can I take food to Spain from the UK after Brexit?

Yes, you can still take food to Spain from the UK after Brexit. However, there are some new rules that you need to be aware of. First of all, you'll need to make sure that your food is properly labelled. This includes specifying the country of origin for each item. You'll also need to avoid meat, dairy and any food items containing this.

You can bring a limited quality of fruit and vegetables, eggs, egg products and honey. You can also carry fish or fish products in restricted quantities.

What food products can I take to Spain from the UK?

There are a few restrictions on what food products you can take to Spain from the UK. First of all, you'll need to avoid meat, dairy and any food items containing these products. This includes items such as sausages, cheeses and yoghurts. 

You'll also need to make sure that your food is properly labelled. This includes specifying the country of origin for each item. There are weight restrictions on how much you can bring with you. Any food items that you take with you should be for personal consumption. You will typically be restricted to carrying no more than 2kg of food items with you.

Can you take biscuits in your suitcase to Spain?

Yes, you can take biscuits in your suitcase to Spain. However, there are a few things that you need to be aware of. First of all, you'll need to make sure that your biscuits are properly labelled. This includes specifying the country of origin for each item. 

You'll also need to make sure that the biscuits are for personal consumption. So, if you’re hoping to sell food items overseas, you won’t be able to travel with them. You'll also need to check that they do not contain any milk, cheese or other dairy products.

Can you take alcohol in your suitcase to Spain?

Yes, you can take alcohol with you when travelling to Spain from the UK. However, there are a few things that you need to be aware of. Provided the alcohol is not for resale, you can bring up to four litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer. 

You can also bring a total of 1 litre of spirits over 22 % vol. or 1 litre of undenatured alcohol (ethyl alcohol) of 80% vol. (or over) or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine.

What foods cannot be taken into the EU?

There are a few food items that cannot be taken into the EU. These include:

  • Meat and dairy products
  • Products containing meat or dairy
  • Live animals and animal products

Can I take chocolate into the EU?

No, you cannot take chocolate with you to the EU and to Spain because it contains dairy. It is likely that any chocolate you are travelling with will be confiscated at the airport on arrival. You could also be fined if you fail to declare items, as this could be considered an attempt to evade customs.

Can I take food in my hand luggage to Spain?

You can take food in your hand luggage to eat on the plane, but you will need to make sure you have eaten it before you land if it contains meat or dairy. And if your food item is also a liquid, you’ll need to make sure it is less than 100ml and fits in your clear plastic bag. Food items that are also liquids include things like honey and jam. 

What other restrictions are there on taking food into Spain?

There are a few other restrictions that you need to be aware of when travelling with food to Spain. These include:

  • You cannot bring more than 2kg of food with you
  • The food must be for personal consumption
  • It cannot contain meat or dairy

Closing thoughts

Taking food with you when you travel to Spain is still possible, but there are a few new rules that you need to be aware of. Since the UK left the EU, the rules have changed so you need to be aware of this before you travel. 

If you try to take prohibited items with you to Spain, you could face losing your food items and paying a fine. It doesn’t matter if the food items are gifts or wrapped up, if they contain meat or dairy products, you aren’t allowed to take them with you to Spain.