The Aduana is a part of the Spanish Ministry of Finance and Public Administration. It is headquartered in Madrid, and has offices in all major Spanish ports and airports. The Aduana employs approximately 10,000 people.
The Aduana is responsible for a wide range of activities, including:
* The collection of duties and taxes on imported goods
* The enforcement of customs laws and regulations
* The control of the movement of goods across the border
* The issuance of import and export licenses
* The investigation of customs fraud
* The prosecution of customs offenders
The Aduana is an important part of the Spanish economy. It collects billions of euros in revenue each year, and helps to protect the country's borders and economy from illegal trade.