Summer is almost here and thousands of holidaymakers are preparing to jet off to the sun over the coming weeks and months.
If Spain is your chosen travel destination this summer then there some key laws you should be aware of, Dublin Live reports.
One law that might catch tourists out is important to note if you plan on using your credit or debit card while on holiday.
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In Spain, ID must be shown when using credit or debit cards as payment.
Depending on the business, a driving licence or photocopy of your passport may suffice but you can be asked to show your original passport.
The Department of Foreign Affairs website says: "Everyone in Spain, regardless of nationality, must show ID when using credit and debit cards. You may be able to use a driving licence or a photocopy of your passport, but you may be asked to show your original passport."
The DFA has also warned Irish tourists about Spain's strict alcohol and drug laws.
They reminded holidaymakers that drinking alcohol in public places is forbidden in Madrid, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.
The Department said: "Alcoholic spirits are usually sold in significantly larger measures in bars and restaurants in Spain than in Ireland.
"Consumption of alcohol in public places, except licensed bars and restaurants, is forbidden in Madrid, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands. Failure to respect these laws may result in a fine."
Holidaymakers have also been warned that Spain "take the possession of illegal drugs in any quantity extremely seriously."
The DFA's website says: "There have been fatalities involving Irish citizens who have consumed illegal drugs in Spain. The Spanish authorities take the possession of illegal drugs in any quantity extremely seriously and such activity may result in imprisonment.
"The authorities in Mallorca and Ibiza are particularly active in anti-drug law enforcement, and are likely to prosecute in cases of use or possession of drugs."
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