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Taxi dispute in Mallorca: How 3,600 licenses are shaking up the island

Why Mallorca Taxi Drivers Are Worried About New Licenses

Mallorca taxi drivers fear new ride permits could reduce license values and increase competition on the island.

Published: April 22, 2026
Taxi dispute in Mallorca: How 3,600 licenses are shaking up the island

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Why are taxi drivers in Mallorca protesting over new ride-service licenses?

Taxi drivers are worried that a large number of new ride-service permits could reduce the value of their existing licenses. Many of them see a taxi license as a long-term investment, not just a permit to work. They also fear that more competing vehicles will change demand, earnings and conditions at taxi ranks across Mallorca.

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