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Porsche Stopped on Trailer: Customs Demands €21,630 — Case Traces Back to Spain

When Customs Can Hold a Car in Mallorca

If duties cannot be paid on site, customs may hold the car until the issue is resolved.

Published: April 22, 2026
Porsche Stopped on Trailer: Customs Demands €21,630 — Case Traces Back to Spain

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Can customs seize a car in Mallorca if the duties are not paid on the spot?

If customs believes duties are due and the amount cannot be paid immediately, the vehicle may be kept by the authorities. That can happen even during a routine roadside or transit check. The safest approach is to make sure the transport is fully documented before the car is moved.

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