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Sale to Non-Residents: Parliament Debates — and the Islands Listen

What Makes Property Restrictions in Mallorca Legally Difficult

Mallorca’s proposed property limits face legal hurdles, especially if they target residency rather than property use.

Published: April 23, 2026
Sale to Non-Residents: Parliament Debates — and the Islands Listen

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Is it legal to restrict property purchases in Mallorca based on residency?

A residency-based ban would be legally difficult because it could clash with constitutional and EU rules on equal treatment and free movement. Measures that focus on how a property is used, rather than on the buyer’s origin or residence status, are generally seen as less vulnerable to legal challenges.

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