1. Always greet people (familiar or not) in public. For exmaple when entering a store or restaurant, greet someone by saying:
"Buenos dias" = "Good morning"
"Buenos tardes" = "Good afternoon"
And when leaving always say "goodbye," which is "Adios."
2. The comfort distance in Spain is much closer than that of America. Don't feel awkward if someone is in your personal bubble. Understand that that is typical for people in Spain.
3. Hand gestures while talking is a part of their language. Don't feel offended!
4. It is not uncommon for men to give lengthy stares at women, blonde foreigners especially. Whistling is now considered rude in Spain.
5. It is considered rude to not finish all of your food at a restaurant.
6. For business, meetings and conversation are good over coffee or a meal.
7. Gifts are appropriate after a successful business transaction has been completed. If you receive a gift, open it immediately in front of the person.
8. For Spaniards, if you're late, you're on time. They run up to a half hour behind schedule.
9. Dress to impress!
10. Business cards should be two-sided. One side printed in English, the other in Spanish. Hand your card to a Spaniard Spanish-side up.
Do NOT do the "A-Okay" sign.
If you tell someone how great their 'servicios' were.. prepare to be laughed at.
Just don't do.
Information Link:
http://www.todaytranslations.com/doing-business-in/spain
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