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Ibiza cracks down on illegal caravans: digital system and fines up to €30,000

28.06.2026 04:13 2 min 4 sources
Diario de Ibiza SPA + 3 more
Ibiza cracks down on illegal caravans: digital system and fines up to €30,000
Original source: Diario de Ibiza

In Brief

The Council of Ibiza and five municipalities have launched a digital platform to track offenders. In 2026, 17 fines have already been issued, and from June 1, vehicle entry to the island will be limited to 16,000.

The Council of Ibiza, together with the mayors of five municipalities and the local police, has announced coordinated measures to combat illegal caravan parking on agricultural land. In 2026, 17 fines have already been issued, exceeding the total for all of 2025 (13). Fines for unauthorized parking range from €10,001 to €30,000.

Digital system and restrictions

A digital platform has been introduced for data sharing between municipalities to prevent offenders from evading fines by moving between towns. From June 1 to September 30, 2026, vehicle entry to the island will be limited to 16,000 — 4,000 fewer than in 2025. Entry will require a booking at a legal campsite.

Legal framework

Law 5/2024 explicitly prohibits overnight stays and camping with motor vehicles on agricultural land outside legal campsites. The measures target illegal parking in protected areas, on the coast, and in natural parks, as well as the use of caravans by seasonal workers due to the housing crisis.

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Ibiza Council and municipalities declare war on caravans on rural land

11.05.2026 Diario de Ibiza SPA Original source

Ibiza launches digital system to combat illegal caravans

11.05.2026 El Debate SPA Original source

Ibiza intensifies control over caravans

11.05.2026 Vivir Ediciones SPA Original source

Ibiza Council and municipalities strengthen control over motorhomes

11.05.2026 Periódico de Ibiza y Formentera SPA Original source

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