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Civil Servants on Workation: How Granular Can State Work Be Under Palm Trees?

Can Civil Servants Work from Mallorca?

Some ministries allowed work from Mallorca, but the rules are tightening. Learn what still applies and why approvals are becoming rarer.

Published: June 11, 2026
Civil Servants on Workation: How Granular Can State Work Be Under Palm Trees?

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Can civil servants work remotely from Mallorca?

In principle, some German ministries have allowed mobile work from other EU countries, including places like Mallorca, but the rules have been changing. The current direction is toward tighter limits, with more emphasis on work within Germany and only limited exceptions abroad. Any approval depends on the department, the job and the security requirements involved.

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