The Spanish Council of Ministers has approved a management contract regulating the provision of Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI) assigned to Correos, Spain’s designated postal operator. The agreement forms part of the implementation of amendments to Spain’s Postal Law adopted in July 2025, which recognize Correos as a key instrument of the General State Administration for the delivery of certain public-interest services throughout the country.
According to information released by Correos, the amended legislation acknowledges the postal operator’s extensive territorial network and operational capacity, enabling it to support the provision of services that may not be adequately delivered by market mechanisms alone.
The management contract, which will remain in force until 2030, establishes the framework for four principal areas of service:
Accessibility to postal communications, through the availability of postal offices and service points, particularly in rural areas;
Accessibility to basic financial services, including access to cash in municipalities with fewer than 500 inhabitants;
Universal access to administrative services of the General State Administration, facilitating interaction between citizens and public authorities;
Provision of personnel and material resources to the State when required in situations related to security or emergencies.
Correos indicated that it already provides several services falling within these categories. These include the acceptance and transmission of administrative applications, cash withdrawal and deposit services through the Correos Cash network, and logistical support for administrative procedures relating to the regularization of immigrants.
The company also reported having participated in assistance efforts related to recent emergency situations, including support measures for individuals affected by severe weather events in different regions of Spain.
The management contract is also expected to expand the role of Correos as a public service access point. According to the information provided, future services may include facilitating access to public debt instruments and enabling citizens to obtain digital identity certificates through the postal network.
The agreement is intended to support broader public policy objectives, including territorial cohesion, social inclusion, sustainability and public welfare. Correos states that these measures are aligned with the objectives set out in its 2024–2028 Strategic Plan.
In comments accompanying the announcement, Correos President Pedro Saura described the agreement as a significant milestone for the company and highlighted the strategic value of the postal network in supporting public administration services across Spain. He also noted that the diversification of services could help mitigate the long-term decline in traditional postal revenues.
According to Correos, the nationwide reach of its network and its ongoing investment in technological innovation position the organization to contribute to the delivery of public services under equal conditions throughout the country, particularly in areas where access to such services may otherwise be limited.
The announcement was made by Correos on 3 June 2026 following the approval of the management contract by the Spanish Council of Ministers.
