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"No Moment to Escape": How human trafficking in Mallorca seeps into everyday life

Debt as a Tool of Control in Mallorca Trafficking Cases

In Mallorca trafficking cases, debt is often used to pressure victims and keep them under control.

Published: April 23, 2026
"No Moment to Escape": How human trafficking in Mallorca seeps into everyday life

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What role does debt play in human trafficking cases in Mallorca?

Debt is often used as a tool of control. Victims may be told they owe money for travel, housing, or an advance, and that supposed debt is then used to justify deductions and restrictions. In practice, it can keep people trapped long after they arrived in Mallorca.

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