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Is jaywalking illegal in Spain?
Yes. Jaywalking is banned in Spain. Cross off the zebra: EUR 80. Walk through a red light: EUR 200.
Ley de Trafico art. 49 / Reglamento General de Circulacion: crossing outside the crossing without ensuring safety = EUR 80; crossing against a red pedestrian light = grave, EUR 200. DGT reminders reported 2025 (motor.es, okdiario, motorpasion). Fundacion Mapfre fine table.
Source: Ley Trafico; motor.es 2025
Banned (18)Restricted (37)Allowed
- Spain is one of 18 countries where jaywalking is banned, and 37 more restrict it.
- Its neighbours: banned in 1 of 2 (Portugal).
- In Europe: banned in 11 of 39 countries.
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Other countries that ban jaywalking
Singapore
United Arab Emirates
Russia
Kazakhstan
Ukraine
Vietnam
Poland
Czechia
Romania
Italy
Portugal
Belgium
Colombia
South AfricaAll 18 on the map ›What else is banned in Spain
Dog meatSurrogacyPlastic bagsWild animals in circusesPotassium bromateSpankingPufferfishAnti-personnel landminesTitanium dioxide (E171)Plastic glitterDeclawing catsAnimal testing for makeupAzodicarbonamide (the yoga mat chemical)AsbestosChlorinated chickenCorporal punishment in schoolsEverything for Spain ›
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