The Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns Romanians in Spain that the 24-hour general strike may affect public transport, flights, and airport services

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is warning Romanian citizens in Spain, those transiting the country or planning to travel there, that a 24-hour general strike is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11. The protest will take place from 00:00 to 24:00 and may affect public and rail transport, flights, airport services, as well as other public and private services.

The Foreign Ministry recommends that Romanians avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place, plan their travel in advance and check the status of services on operators’ official websites. For trains, the Renfe and Adif websites can be consulted, while for flights, the websites of airlines, airports and the operator Aena are recommended.

Romanian citizens can request consular assistance through the Consulate General of Romania in Madrid at +34 685 440 149, +34 685 440 159, +34 685 440 166 and +34 685 440 153. Dedicated telephone lines are available for urgent situations at the consulates in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Bilbao, Valencia, Ciudad Real, Zaragoza and Almeria. The Foreign Ministry also recommends using the “Travel Informed” app.