In short: the Spain Italy border controls of October 2026 continue: Order INT/1033/2026 extends identity checks at the air and sea borders with Italy from 8 to 22 October 2026. It is the third extension in a row.
In person or by representative? Not applicable. You do not apply for anything; the check is applied to people arriving.
Order INT/1033/2026 of 1 October, from the Interior Ministry, was published in the BOE on 6 October. It extends the temporary reinstatement of controls at Spain's internal air and sea borders for people arriving from the Italian Republic on passenger flights and maritime links. It applies from 00:00 on 8 October to 24:00 on 22 October 2026.
How it fits with the earlier orders
- Order INT/846/2026: first introduction, 8 August to 7 September.
- Order INT/932/2026: first extension, 8 to 22 September.
- Order INT/977/2026: second extension, 23 September to 7 October.
- Order INT/1033/2026: third extension, 8 to 22 October. No gap between periods.
Why it is extended. The Order cites urgency and a serious threat to public order and internal security, under articles 25 and 26 of Regulation (EU) 2016/399 (the Schengen Borders Code). The text gives no more detail on that threat.
Who is affected. People arriving in Spain from Italy by passenger flight or ship. The text does not name specific airports or ports.
Documents. The Order does not include a list of documents. In practice, carry a valid passport or ID document; if you are not an EU citizen, carry your TIE or visa as well.
What the Order says about the end. The controls lift on their own when the period expires, can be withdrawn earlier if the threat disappears, and there is no automatic renewal: another extension would need a new reasoned order.
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