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Starting October 12, 2025, the European Union will implement a new Entry/Exit System (EES) for travelers from outside the Schengen Area, including the UK. This system introduces biometric checks at all EU borders, including Málaga Airport.
1. Valid UK Passport
2. Biometric Data Collection
3. Proof of Travel and Financial Means
In September, the weather cooled down quite a bit but the first few days of October have been incredibly hot. If you´re thinking of taking a holiday here over the next few months, always check the weather. It´s worth bringing a waterproof just in case. It can get a little chilly in the evenings so a light jacket or pashmina for the ladies would be good. The floors do get cold here, so socks / slippers could also be handy but please be sure these are non-slip.
From around 12.30pm in our part of the Costa Del Sol, all electricity went down in our home. This is nothing new and happens quite often. We checked our neighbours to see if they had electricity, and they were out too. Then we realised that not only did we not have electric but our phones did not work at all. We had zero connection with or without wifi. This was something we had NEVER experienced before. After a while and talking to neighbours, we learned that it was the whole of Spain. Then, after talking to more people, we learned it was all of Spain and Portugal. Then, later on, we learned it was France, too. It was crazy and strange not knowing what was going on, as we had no access to the internet whatsoever.
Around 8 pm, suddenly everything started coming back on. There were a few glitches through the night, but by Tuesday, everything was ok. In circumstances like this, we´ve learned to relax and enjoy moments of no connection. It was terrific seeing the cities full of people enjoying themselves and embracing not being online.
The DGT (Spanish Traffic Authority) is introducing some important changes to driving rules starting in 2025. These updates aim to make roads safer and reduce accidents. Here’s a breakdown of the main changes:
These changes are meant to make the roads safer and help traffic flow better, especially in busy or bad weather conditions. Make sure to follow the new rules to avoid fines and keep everyone safe on the road!
In the event of extreme weather warnings, like the recent DANA, it is important to stay in touch with your airline. Despite, all the weather warnings, many flights continued without any problems. There were a few delays and cancellations. The airport will only close in absolute emergencies. The train stations were closed for a couple of days.
Express Parking upstairs in Departures now only allows a free 10-minute stay. Before, you could stop here for 15 minutes to drop off passengers, but the time has now been reduced to 10 minutes.
Whilst there has been news that some airports around the world have relaxed on this rule, Spain hasn’t changed it yet. So you must make sure your liquids are in containers of bottles of under 100mls and stored in a clear bag, as you go through security. Anything outside of this, you may have to throw away.
The minibuses operated by the long-term parking and car hire companies have moved away from the tunnel. They are now just behind the train station, straight ahead as you leave Arrivals. (First, they were on the right-hand side in the fenced-in area, but that’s no longer the case either, they are now all behind the train station.) Always double-check the meeting point location with your parking or car hire company to be sure!
There is now a new Fitness Zone at Malaga Airport on floor 1 in the boarding C area. Just around the corner, there is also a new “silent space” called Relax & Go where you can read, listen to music or just rest.
Please see our guides to all updated routes for international flights and domestic flights from Malaga Airport.
Aside from the Sin Barreras mobility/passenger assistance service, Malaga Airport now also has Special Needs Lounge for passengers with special need such as Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), developmental disorders or specific medical needs like recharging batteries for mechanical prostheses. This is a private room that offers a calm, controlled environment for those who need it. To access it, you must book ahead at the passenger service desk, Aena information points, mobility assistance points or by email agppmr@aena.es.
According to AENA, 2023 was a record-breaking year with 22 million passengers passing through Malaga Airport. Now, AENA is planning to extend Malaga Airport. See more Malaga Airport statistics and facts.
In 2024, a key new regulation is that overtaking other vehicles by exceeding the speed limit by 20 km/h on conventional roads is no longer allowed. This change aims to reduce high-speed collisions. The fines for using a mobile phone while driving and incorrect use of seat belts and child seats have increased.
Also, for tourists hiring cars in Spain, several critical rules were highlighted previously on our website and we think it’s worth mentioning them here again. Significant changes were made to speed limits across various types of roads a couple of years ago: for example, from 120 to 80 km/h, 70 to 50 km/h, and 50 to 30 km/h. Therefore, there are now many more active speed cameras everywhere. For overtaking bicycles or mopeds, it is mandatory to either completely change lanes or maintain a 1.5-meter distance on single-lane roads. Pedestrians have the right of way in designated areas. Radar jammers are not allowed. Finally, you can now carry your driver’s license digitally in the miDGT App, instead of having your driver’s license physically on you.
In September 2019, Spain introduced a regulation affecting children under 18 travelling out of Spain without a guardian. For Spanish residents under 18, certified authorization from someone with parental responsibility is required in addition to a valid travel document. This rule primarily applies to children with Spanish passports, but it’s noted that foreign minors resident in Spain might also be affected, though they should consult their respective consulates.
For British children living in Spain, the British Consulate has clarified that they do not need written permission unless bound by a specific court order. However, to prevent travel delays, it’s advisable to obtain certified authorization from a notary or local law enforcement in Spain.
Our personal experience involved obtaining travel authorization for our British daughter with Spanish residency, and planning to travel on a school trip. Despite some confusion at the National Police station due to her British passport, the authorization was granted after presenting the necessary documents including passports, residency cards and a letter from the school. In conclusion, it’s better to be safe and get the required authorization to avoid potential issues at the airport.
Download forms for under 18s travelling alone:
Guardia Civil – Form for under 18s travelling alone
National Police Form for under 18s travelling alone
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