Gibraltar imposes up to €3,500 fines on Spanish tradesmen for post‑Brexit work violations

Spanish workers who cross the border into Gibraltar to perform services such as catering, removals, kitchen installation, and repairs are now subject to fines of up to €3,500 under the post‑Brexit treaty. The Gibraltar government requires firms to register locally for tax, social security and employment purposes, and enforcement will target those who fail to comply. Companies say they received little notice and lack clear guidance on the new registration requirements, creating uncertainty for long‑standing cross‑border contractors. The situation has also raised concerns about reciprocity, with Spanish firms arguing that obtaining permits has become more difficult despite years of operating on the Rock.

The fines are part of the implementation of the recent UK‑EU agreement governing Gibraltar’s post‑Brexit future, and the government has provided an email address and telephone line for enquiries, though many businesses remain unsure how to proceed.