Authorities in the Balearic Islands are implementing dedicated non-Schengen border control zones specifically for British travelers at regional airports to mitigate potential congestion amp.majorcadailybulletin.com. These measures are being introduced ahead of the implementation of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) and the ETIAS travel authorization, which are expected to change entry requirements for non-EU citizens during the 2026 holiday seasonswww.gov.uk.

The British government has issued an advisory warning travelers to use only licensed taxi services to avoid fines of up to 600 euros for utilizing "pirate taxis". Spanish authorities have increased enforcement for the upcoming Easter and summer periods, with reports indicating that passengers caught using unlicensed transport could face significant penalties or a potential three-year ban from the country.

Visitors are also reminded to comply with strict local regulations, including mandatory seatbelt usage and zero-tolerance policies for drink-driving. Additionally, travelers driving in urban centers such as Palma and Soller must adhere to low emission zone standards to avoid citations while navigating the islands.