Holidaymakers arriving at Palma airport
Holidaymakers arriving at Palma airport.
New snap restrictions could be placed on EU travel.
New snap restrictions could be placed on EU travel.
Tighter European travel controls on the horizon
The decision may also include health-related travel restrictions such as testing, quarantine and self-isolation.
Fewer queues expected at Palma airport this year for UK arrivals.
Fewer queues expected at Palma airport this year for UK arrivals.
Mallorca makes it easier for British arrivals
Holiday makers will not have to remove their liquids and electronics for scanning.
More strife at Palma's passport control.
More strife at Palma's passport control.
Staff complaints against British company that manages Palma passport control
Industrial action not being ruled out.
Arrests made at Palma airport.
Arrests made at Palma airport.
Two Iranian women arrested in Palma bound for the UK with false passports to be expelled
Both have been banned from Spain for three years.
British summer passport warning if flying to Mallorca
Since Brexit passports must be less than 10 years old on the day of arrival in the EU.
Ryanair launches new route connecting Luton and Palma
Flying from March 2024 on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
31 million passengers for an island with a population of one million
22 million international passengers.
What made the news in Mallorca in 2023? Our review
In 2023, Mallorca witnessed political shifts as the Partido Popular returned to power. President Marga Prohens faced challenges, notably from Vox, leading to compromises on legislation. Tourism reached record highs, causing concerns, and major hotel openings marked the year. Housing and traffic issues, tragic incidents, and severe storms also impacted the island.
Top tips for travelling to the Balearics next year
UK travellers have been warned that they could end up facing delays and long queues.
January airport strike going ahead in Spain
Previous strikes over Christmas were called off.
The “green certificate” is still valid for British residents in Spain
While both the UK and Spanish government do recommend UK nationals exchange their green certificate or card for the TIE, there is no legal obligation to do so in Spain.
Fears of Mallorca travel chaos for Britons in 2024
UK travellers will need to be prepared for potential delays as they will need to have their fingerprints and facial images taken.
The National Police are handling the investigation.
The National Police are handling the investigation.
Fingerprints and facial biometrics for Britons entering Mallorca next year
All prospective visitors will need to complete an online application and a €7 fee will be required from those between ages 18 and 70.
- Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
- Big changes on the horizon when Britons travel to Mallorca
- Over two hours for Britons to get through Palma airport queues
- Palma Airport passport control "collapse" put down to unscheduled flights
- Living in a motorhome in Palma: "It'll only get worse"