British tourists report being refused entry into Spain for failing to show this document at the border – including a couple visiting their OWN home [Video]

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BRITISH tourists have taken to social media to warn fellow travellers of ramped up checks at the Spanish border.

Specifically, two different travelling parties warned on Facebook that they were refused entry for failing to show a so-called ‘letter of invitation’.

The document is designed for holidaymakers who are staying at a property belonging to family or friends during their stay in Spain.

The letter must be arranged by the host by going to their local police station, filling out some forms and paying a fee of between €70 and €80.

Once the document is obtained and stamped, the visiting guests can carry a copy with them to be able to show at the border.

While it is extremely rare for border guards to ask for the letter of invitation, it has happened to at least two families …