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Almost 2,000 Cigarettes in a Suitcase: A Case That Raises Questions at Son Sant Joan

How Palma airport detects untaxed goods during baggage checks

Learn how Son Sant Joan uses routine scans and staff vigilance to spot untaxed tobacco and other goods.

Published: September 05, 2026
Almost 2,000 Cigarettes in a Suitcase: A Case That Raises Questions at Son Sant Joan

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How do baggage checks at Palma de Mallorca’s airport detect untaxed goods?

Checks rely on routine scanning at the arrivals belt and the observation of passenger behavior. X-ray screening is used, but human vigilance remains important for flagging suspicious luggage and guiding deeper inspections when needed.

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