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Who protects the island? Why Mallorca's Guardia Civil is losing personnel and what to do now

Why Mallorca Is Struggling to Keep Guardia Civil Officers

Transfers to the mainland and high housing costs are reducing Guardia Civil staffing in Mallorca.

Published: April 21, 2026
Who protects the island? Why Mallorca's Guardia Civil is losing personnel and what to do now

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Why is the Guardia Civil losing officers in Mallorca?

The main reasons appear to be transfers to the mainland, high living costs, and difficulty finding affordable housing on the island. According to the union cited in the report, recruitment has not been enough to offset departures, so the overall staffing level has fallen. For many officers, the practical strain of living and working in Mallorca is becoming a deciding factor.

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