Getting into the Canaries

The Canary Islands are an autonomous region within Spain. Therefore, the same regulations apply when it comes to entering Gran Canaria. Travellers must be in possession of a valid passport or another document adhering to international conventions and containing all the necessary information for identification of the visitor.

For nationals of certain countries, and depending on the duration of the visit, a visa is required. If you’re at all unsure, please contact your travel agent or the Embassy/Consulate of Spain based in your hometown.

Gran Canaria enjoys scheduled flight connections with all the other islands of the archipelago and with mainland Spain. Most of the European cities also provide charter flights to Gran Canaria (formerly Gando) airport.

There are regular ferries and hydrofoil services to/from Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. Passengers arriving from these destinations, and also from mainland Spain (Cadiz), dock at Puerto de la Luz in Las Palmas. You can also travel to and from Funchal by ferry. Please bear in mind, however, that if you’re travelling with a caravan, there are no campsites in Madeira that allow caravans to enter.


Vaccinations
You’ll not require any vaccinations to visit the Canary Islands, unless you’re travelling from an infected area. Check with your tour operator or local Spanish Embassy if in any doubt.