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Ibiza Caps Tourist Vehicles at 20,168 for Peak Season to Tackle Overtourism

The daily €1 permit system aims to clear bottlenecks that have fueled resident protests over soaring visitor numbers.

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Overview

  • From June 1 to September 30, Ibiza will admit only 20,168 non-resident vehicles during peak season with a quota of 16,000 rental cars and 4,108 private vehicles.
  • Tourists must purchase daily permits at €1 per car and provide campsite bookings for caravans to access the island.
  • The vehicle cap responds to mounting congestion from more than three million annual visitors to an island of 160,000 residents.
  • The Consell de Ibiza already enforces strict alcohol rules in party hubs like San Antonio with fines up to €1,500 for public drinking violations.
  • Formentera charges up to €9 per day for car permits in high season and Majorca is set to roll out similar vehicle restrictions in summer 2026.