UK says disruption likely when EU’s new travel checks for Britons start
Britons arriving in a Schengen area destination (most EU countries) like Mallorca will have to register their fingerprints, provide a facial scan and answer questions about their stay.
New EU entry system for Brits delayed again
These two big changes will affect the UK’s most popular travel destinations like Mallorca.
New EU entry rules could hit British holiday bookings to Mallorca
Britons concerned about more queuing or document checking.
New European travel rules given cold shoulder by British travellers
The EU’s new Entry/Exit System is set to launch on October 6 of this year, with the system replacing the manual passport stamping.
Fresh call for limiting the purchase of flats by non-residents across Spain
PSOE socialists will be calling on the EU to give regions like the Balearics specific legislation to regulate the purchase and sale of second homes - prohibition, in other words.
Leading politician claims Germans know Mallorca better than their own country
Calls for Germans to get to know their own country and its people better.
Only 24% of Britons think country should be outside EU, report finds
Brexit will play a huge part in how expats vote, if they vote.
British tourists will be “tracked” while on holiday in Mallorca
The system is designed to monitor travellers’ movements within the EU.
Warning: British residents in Spain without the TIE card will have to apply for new EU travel visa
It is expected that Green Certificate holders may face significant delays and difficulties at borders.

Europa Viva 24 convention
Javier Milei, president of Argentina , during his speech at the Vox political convention ‘Europa Viva 24’ held this Sunday at the Palacio de Vistalegre, in Madrid.
Driving to Mallorca: Eurotunnel chief downplays delays amidst new EU travel system, paving the way for hassle-free journeys
The implementation of extra lanes and advanced technology will ensure a smooth process.
UK snub to Brussels over free movement
The European Union wants to try and make life easier for young Britons who want to live and work in the EU, but Sunak was quick to say no. However, he’ll be off first.

Balearic hoteliers struggling to fnd staff. the EU could solve that.
Balearic hoteliers struggling to fnd staff. the EU could solve that.
Good news for Britons wanting to work in Mallorca
The Balearic tourism sector is responsible for 7 out of every 10 jobs created.
Balearics one of the EU regions with the highest foreign population
Approximately four out of every ten (42%) are between 25 and 49 years of age.
Spain’s budget rollover could leave Mallorca short of cash
Spain is one of the main recipients of EU recovery funds
Top tips for Britons travelling to Spain and the EU this year
The new ETIAS three-year visa is expected to be introduced next year, at a cost to the traveller.
Worldcoin suspends operations in Mallorca
The venture scans irises in exchange for a digital ID and free cryptocurrency.
Not all Britons will be caught in new EU visa travel trap to Spain
Find out if you are exempt from the EES.
- Ryanair changes its hand luggage and check-in rules
- Open letter: Please do not come on holiday to Mallorca
- Tourist replies to our open letter calling on holidaymakers to stay at home
- EU sues Spain for discriminatory tax treatment of non-residents
- "We must be very careful with the things we say"; Mallorca transport operators' concern about messages to tourists
Comment
One rule for them, another for us
Since I’ve lived in Mallorca for two decades, I don’t feel that what’s going on in the UK is my business.
Vicki McLeod05/07/2024 11:04