Owning a property in Mallorca involves more than legal and tax responsibilities. For many international owners, it is also about making life on the island easier during regular stays, especially when they are officially registered in Mallorca and need a practical way to move around.
The Mallorca Tarjeta Única is the island’s integrated public transport card. It allows users to travel with one card across the TIB interurban bus network, train, metro and Palma’s EMT urban buses. In 2026, journeys made with the Tarjeta Única or Tarjeta Intermodal are free for users who meet the applicable conditions.
If you own a second home in Mallorca, live abroad for tax purposes and are registered on the island, it is worth checking whether you can benefit from this public transport system.
What is the Mallorca Tarjeta Única?
The Tarjeta Única is a single transport card designed to unify access to Mallorca’s public transport network. It helps users move around the island without relying on separate tickets, cash payments or different systems.
With this card, users can access the TIB network, including interurban buses, train and metro, as well as Palma’s EMT bus network. For property owners who spend part of the year in Mallorca, this can make everyday mobility much simpler.
Can non-resident property owners apply?
The key factor is not simply owning a property in Mallorca, but each person’s administrative situation. If you are fiscally resident outside Spain, own a property on the island and are officially registered in Mallorca, you may fall within the profile of users who can apply for the Tarjeta Única or continue using the Tarjeta Intermodal if you already have one.
This can be particularly relevant for international owners who spend part of the year at their Mallorca home and want a reliable, cost-efficient way to travel around the island.
Important: property ownership alone does not replace official registration or the documentation required. Each case should be checked before starting the process.
Free public transport in Mallorca in 2026
During 2026, journeys made with the Tarjeta Única or Tarjeta Intermodal on the TIB network are free. This also applies to journeys on Palma’s EMT network. However, the free travel measure does not apply to single tickets or payments made by bank card.
Even when travel is free, users must validate the card correctly. On TIB buses, the card must be validated when boarding and when getting off. On EMT Palma buses, users validate the card only when boarding.
Benefits for property owners in Mallorca
For owners who visit Mallorca several times a year, the Tarjeta Única can offer clear advantages:
- Lower transport costs during stays on the island.
- Access to one integrated network: bus, train, metro and EMT Palma.
- More convenience without relying only on a private car.
- A more sustainable mobility option.
- Better connections between Palma, towns, stations and residential areas.
What documents do you need?
According to official information, applicants must present a valid identity document. If that document does not show residence in the Balearic Islands, a registration certificate issued within the previous six months must be provided.
Additional documents may be required depending on the requested profile or if an application is submitted by a representative. It is therefore advisable to confirm the requirements before booking an appointment or applying online.
Where can you apply?
The Tarjeta Única can be requested at several authorised points, including Palma’s Intermodal Station, TIB offices in Alcúdia, Inca and Manacor, the EMT Palma customer service office and certain municipal offices. Online applications are also available.
In many cases an appointment is required. For online applications, the issuing process may take up to 30 days.
Tarjeta Intermodal and Tarjeta Única: what if you already have one?
Users who already have a Tarjeta Intermodal do not need to apply for a new Tarjeta Única. The Tarjeta Intermodal remains valid and works as a Tarjeta Única across Mallorca’s public transport network.
Palma’s Tarjeta Ciudadana stopped being valid as a transport ticket at the end of May 2026, although it may still have other municipal uses. Users who only had the Tarjeta Ciudadana should therefore review their situation and apply for the Tarjeta Única if needed.
An opportunity for international property owners
For owners of second homes in Mallorca, mobility is a key part of life on the island. Access to integrated and free public transport in 2026 can make stays more comfortable, reduce costs and improve freedom of movement.
Professional advice can also be useful when reviewing registration, tax residence, property ownership obligations and other administrative matters connected to life in Mallorca.
Want to check whether you qualify?
At Montis Mas & Co., we advise international clients and non-resident property owners in Mallorca on legal, tax and real estate matters. If you own a property on the island and want to check whether your situation allows you to access the Tarjeta Única, we can help you review your case and guide you through the next steps.
Contact our team and enjoy Mallorca with greater comfort, clarity and peace of mind.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mallorca Tarjeta Única free?
The first issue of the Tarjeta Única is free for users who have never had a Tarjeta Intermodal. Renewals or duplicates for Tarjeta Intermodal holders have a cost.
Is public transport in Mallorca free in 2026?
Yes. Journeys made with the Tarjeta Única or Tarjeta Intermodal are free in 2026 on the TIB network and Palma EMT. This does not apply to single tickets or bank card payments.
Can I apply if I live outside Spain?
It may be possible if your administrative situation meets the requirements, especially if you are officially registered in Mallorca. Each case should be reviewed individually.
Is owning a property in Mallorca enough?
Not necessarily. Ownership may show your connection to the island, but eligibility depends on the required documentation and the applicable profile, including registration where relevant.
Where can I apply for the Tarjeta Única?
Applications are available at authorised points such as Palma’s Intermodal Station, TIB offices, EMT Palma, some municipal offices and online.
