Spain's temporary border controls have ended, but travelers are facing significant delays due to the EU's new Entry-Exit System (EES), which is now fully operational. The EES requires biometric data collection (fingerprints and photos) for all non-EU citizens entering the Schengen area, and processing times are still running 3–4 hours at major border crossings.
If you're traveling to Spain or the EU as a non-EU citizen, plan for extended border wait times. Arrive early, have your passport ready, and be prepared to provide fingerprints and a photo. EU and EEA citizens move through faster lanes, but non-EU nationals should expect delays.