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Ambulances in Mallorca: Temporary measures in December — a question of driving licenses

The Driving Licence Issue Behind Mallorca’s Ambulance Delays

Heavier ambulances in Mallorca require a C1 licence, which has limited how quickly new vehicles can be used.

Published: April 22, 2026
Ambulances in Mallorca: Temporary measures in December — a question of driving licenses

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What driving licence is needed to drive some of the new ambulances in Mallorca?

Vehicles above the 3.5-ton limit require a C1 driving licence, which not every driver holds. That shortage has delayed the use of some of Mallorca's new ambulances. The issue is not about the vehicles themselves, but about who is legally allowed to drive them.

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