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Only twelve out of 1,300: Island council downplays accusations of illegal holiday rentals

How many holiday rentals in Mallorca are actually illegal?

Mallorca’s latest check found only a small number of unlicensed listings, but paperwork delays still cause confusion.

Published: April 22, 2026
Only twelve out of 1,300: Island council downplays accusations of illegal holiday rentals

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Are most holiday rentals in Mallorca actually illegal?

Not necessarily. The island council said that out of about 1,300 listings reviewed in Mallorca, only twelve were found without a valid permit. Some other listings may still be waiting for paperwork or registration to be processed, which can make the situation look worse than it is.

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