Ibiza Caps Tourist Vehicle Access for Summer 2025 to Boost Sustainability and Ease Overcrowding

According to an official statement published by El Periodico de Ibiza y Formentera and confirmed by the Balearic Islands Government:

Data from the Balearic transport department shows that:

The system charges a small daily fee and issues electronic permits to visitors, with strict controls on camping and road usage. Early evaluations showed a 15% reduction in summer traffic, improved air quality, and greater visitor satisfaction.

Likewise, Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, has announced plans to introduce vehicle access limits by 2026, pending final approval from the Balearic Ministry of Mobility and Housing.

The law also enables the integration of enforcement technologies such as:

The shift toward sustainability does not aim to reduce tourist numbers altogether but to manage flows more evenly throughout the year, promoting:

Travelers planning to visit Ibiza with their own vehicle or by renting on the island must be aware of the following procedures:

The Ibiza initiative reflects a broader European trend toward destination carrying capacity management, echoed by other popular tourist destinations such as:

These policies align with EU Tourism Transition Pathway Goals, which advocate for a data-driven, community-inclusive, and environmentally responsible tourism industry.