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Palma de Mallorca Entry Requirements

Visa, immigration, and customs information

Important Notice Entry requirements can change at any time. Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling.
Palma de Mallorca, capital of Spain's Balearic Islands, sits squarely inside the European Union's Schengen Area. That single fact shapes every arrival: whether you fly into Son Sant Joan Airport or glide into the port, you'll meet Spanish Border Police officers who apply the same immigration rules used on the mainland. Hand over your passport and any visa, answer a quick question or two, and you're through, there are no exit checks when you leave. Ferries from Ibiza or Menorca and cruise ships follow the same drill. Expect lines during the high season crush of July and August, when Palma de Mallorca pulls in its biggest crowds. Hold on to your boarding pass. Officers sometimes ask for proof of onward travel before they wave you on.

Visa Requirements

Entry permissions vary by nationality. Find your category below.

Visa-Free Entry
90 days within any 180-day period

Citizens of EU/EEA countries, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Israel, UAE, Chile, and most Latin American countries can enter without a visa.

Includes
All EU/EEA nations United Kingdom United States Canada Australia New Zealand Japan South Korea Singapore Israel UAE Chile Argentina Brazil Mexico Uruguay

Passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended departure date and issued within the last ten years.

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA/eVisa)
Not yet in force

No separate ETA is required for Palma de Mallorca; Spain will launch the ETIAS system for visa-exempt travelers at a later date.

Includes
ETIAS system will apply to the same visa-exempt countries once launched
How to Apply: When ETIAS starts, apply online at least 96 hours before travel. Processing time is usually minutes.
Cost: Expected to be around the mid-range for EU digital authorizations

ETIAS is not a visa. It is a pre-travel screening system.

Visa Required
90 days within any 180-day period

Travelers from China, India, Russia, South Africa, Nigeria, and most African, Asian, and Middle Eastern countries need a Schengen short-stay visa.

How to Apply: Apply at the Spanish consulate or embassy with jurisdiction over your residence. Biometric data is required.

Processing typically takes 15 calendar days. Apply at least one month in advance.

Arrival Process

Arriving at Son Sant Joan Airport or the Port de Palma involves three sequential checks.

1
Immigration Control
Present passport and visa (if required) at the Spanish Border Police booth. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can use e-gates if 18+ and holding a biometric passport.
2
Baggage Claim and Customs
Collect checked bags, then proceed through the green (nothing to declare) or red (goods to declare) channel.
3
Exit to Arrivals Hall
Exit into the arrivals hall at the airport or the passenger terminal at the port. Car-rental desks and taxi ranks are immediately outside.

Documents to Have Ready

Passport
Must be valid for at least three months beyond planned departure; non-EU passports must be stamped on entry.
Visa (if required)
Schengen short-stay visa sticker or residence card.
Return or onward ticket
Air or ferry ticket showing departure from the Schengen Area within 90 days.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking confirmation, rental contract, or invitation letter covering the entire stay.
Travel medical insurance
Required for visa applicants. Recommended for visa-exempt travelers.

Tips for Smooth Entry

Have printed or offline copies of accommodation bookings and return tickets to show immigration officers.
Arrive at the airport at least two hours before an intra-Schengen flight and three hours before flights to non-Schengen destinations.

Customs & Duty-Free

Spain applies EU customs rules at Palma de Mallorca's entry points.

Alcohol
For passengers aged 18+: 1 litre of spirits over 22 % vol OR 2 litres of spirits up to 22 % vol, plus 4 litres of wine and 16 litres of beer.
Age verification may be requested.
Tobacco
For passengers aged 18+: 200 cigarettes OR 100 cigarillos OR 50 cigars OR 250 g smoking tobacco.
Combining categories is permitted within the total allowance.
Currency
Declaration required when carrying €10,000 or more (or equivalent).
Use the red customs channel or the Spanish Tax Agency form at the port.
Gifts/Goods
Up to €430 per adult (€150 for travelers under 15).
Items must be for personal use or genuine gifts.

Prohibited Items

  • Meat and dairy products from outside the EU, risk of animal disease
  • Endangered species products, CITES restrictions apply

Restricted Items

  • Medications, carry prescription and original packaging for controlled substances

Health Requirements

Spain sets health standards for entry into Palma de Mallorca.

Required Vaccinations

  • None for routine travel

Recommended Vaccinations

  • Routine immunizations (MMR, DTP, influenza) per CDC or national guidance

Health Insurance

Mandatory for Schengen-visa applicants. Policy must cover at least €30,000. EU citizens use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) for public healthcare. Others should carry complete travel insurance.

Current Health Requirements: COVID-19 entry rules were lifted 21 October 2022. Re-check Spain's Travel Health portal before departure in case of reintroduction.

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Important Contacts

Essential resources for your trip.

Embassy/Consulate
Find your country's embassy or consulate
Check your government's travel advisory website
Immigration Authority
Spanish Ministry of the Interior: extranjeros.inclusion.gob.es
For visa applications and official information
Emergency
Emergency services number
Dial 112 from any phone in Palma de Mallorca for police, ambulance, or fire.

Special Situations

Additional requirements for specific circumstances.

Traveling with Children

Minors must have their own passport or EU national ID. If traveling alone or with one parent, carry a notarized consent letter from the absent parent(s) and a copy of the child's birth certificate.

Traveling with Pets

Dogs, cats, and ferrets need an EU pet passport or EU animal health certificate, microchip, and valid rabies vaccination. Entry airport vet inspection may occur at Palma de Mallorca. Schedule arrival during office hours when possible.

Extended Stays

For stays longer than 90 days, apply for a national long-stay visa (visado nacional) at the Spanish consulate before arrival, then obtain a Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) at Palma's National Police station on Calle San Miguel.

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