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Mallorca government admits limits of politics: Why property sales to foreigners cannot simply be stopped

Why Mallorca Cannot Simply Ban Foreign Property Purchases

Mallorca cannot simply ban foreign buyers because EU and Spanish law limit such restrictions. Local policy can still do more on housing.

Published: April 22, 2026
Mallorca government admits limits of politics: Why property sales to foreigners cannot simply be stopped

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Can Mallorca stop foreigners from buying property on the island?

Not easily. Mallorca is bound by Spanish and European rules on free movement of people and capital, which makes direct restrictions on property purchases very difficult. The regional government can still work on housing policy, land use rules, taxes, and transparency measures, but a blanket ban would face major legal limits.

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