At the moment, "Spain tourist ban" is one of the biggest search trends in the entire United States. It is no secret by now, Spain is doing its part to avoid overtourism. They set a two-year ban on short-term rentals earlier in the year in Alicante.

Headlines circulating this week suggest British tourists could be unwelcome on Spanish soil – so what’s the reality?

The biggest change is that the EU's Entry and Exit System (EES) will finally be launched in 2025, most likely in the first half of the year.

Spain isn’t banning tourists but is introducing new measures to manage overtourism and housing issues, including freezing short-term rentals in some areas.

Spain attracted a record/whopping 94 million tourists last year, making the Southern European nation famous for its Mediterranean coastline and historic sites one of the most visited countries on earth.

Several protests have been held across Spain and the Canary Islands calling for tougher regulation to tackle the issues. And it seems authorities are listening. A new three-year law was introduced in Malaga this month, which has been dubbed a ‘tourist ban’ by some.

While you'll still be able to book trips to Spain, Spanish governments are instituting regulations that may effect your trip.

Malaga's tourist accommodation ban is also likely to be extended beyond the initial three-year term, and it is not the only part of Spain that's rolled out regulations. Alicante and Madrid have also implemented similar bands over the last year, and other Spanish cities, including Seville, are expected to follow suit.

Here's what to know about this Spanish region's recent decision to change its tourism rental laws, and what this means for you as an international tourist.