Spanish customs

plural noun

1. informal.
   irregular practices among a group of workers to gain increased financial allowances, reduced working hours, etc Also calledold Spanish customsold Spanish practices

Example Sentences

Early on Thursday, two Spanish customs agents were injured after rocks were thrown at them on a Gibraltar beach.

From Reuters

Riders said they appealed to Spanish customs officials that, as it was a charity event, but were unable to reach a resolution.

From BBC

In a letter to the Spanish customs authority, Huw Irranca-Davies MS and Chris Ellmore MP said the charges "negated the very purpose of the charity bike ride - to raise funds for Prostate Cymru which is a cause dear to so many people - but also has left a very sour feeling in relations."

From BBC

The Spanish customs authority has been approached for comment.

From BBC

Items are leaving the UK on time but are subject to some delay when being processed through Spanish customs.

From BBC