Costa del Sol Commuter: Duty-Free Shopping Overview

For expats living on the Costa del Sol, popping down to Gibraltar for VAT-free goods is a popular activity. However, running afoul of the Guardia Civil at the border can result in heavy fines.

Knowing Your Allowances

The golden rule for adult commuters crossing back into Spain:

• Maximum 200 cigarettes.
• 1 liter of spirits over 22% volume.

If you are booking a private transfer for a shopping day, remember that walking through the pedestrian green channel is rigorously monitored. Stay within your limits, walk across, and let our driver safely load your goods for the journey home.