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.](https://uh.gsstatic.es/images/placeholder-preview.webp)
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.](https://uh.gsstatic.es/images/placeholder-preview.webp)
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.](https://uh.gsstatic.es/images/placeholder-preview.webp)
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.](https://uh.gsstatic.es/images/placeholder-preview.webp)
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.
![Long passport control queues at Palma airport.](https://uh.gsstatic.es/images/placeholder-preview.webp)
Long passport control queues at Palma airport.
Long passport control queues at Palma airport.
Risk of passport control meltdown at Palma airport
Further complication for arrivals from the UK.
- Emergency declared on Ryanair flight bound for Palma from Dublin
- British tourists will be “tracked” while on holiday in Mallorca
- Mallorca ambassador Sir Bradley Wiggins has “lost” his Mallorca home
- Mallorca restaurants losing clients, tourists tighten their belts
- Mallorca hotelier - "I wouldn't go to a place where I perceived there to be animosity towards tourists"