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This barrier is unrelated to the end of the transition period, following the United Kingdom's departure from the EU.

Public ID: PID-B6PKP9

Spain accepts UK qualifications for entry to university

in Spain

Trade barrier summary

This agreement between the UK’s and Spain’s governments ensures mutual and direct recognition of UK (including A levels and other qualifications) and Spanish (Spanish Baccalaureate) qualifications. This allows students of both education systems to access universities within the respective countries more easily.

Sectors affected

  • Education and training

Resolved

Yes - July 2023

Date reported

15 October 2021

Last updated

25 July 2025

Public ID

PID-B6PKP9

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