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Tax Free Mallorca

Tax FREE Mallorca

Woman Shopping

 

Did you know that you can claim back the VAT on certain products since Brexit ?

Tax Free Mallorca – Most big shops will have it advertised like Corte Inglés and C & A. When you buy perfume for example, you can register for tax free, and then you have to go to the Customer Service department to get your receipts checked. 

How can I claim the VAT back ?


When you go back to the airport you then have the receipt scanned that was processed by the shop / store.

If it does not pass, you would then need to confirm your purchases at the airport with the Civil Guard (Guardia Civil). Make sure you have the items you have purchased with you as they may need to see them. It is a good idea to leave plenty of time to do this, as there can be queues.

Either you get the cash back then, or you can post the information by completing the form with your bank details and it goes into your bank account.

You must validate your receipts to get the VAT back within 3 months of purchase.

 

 

Mallorca Open 24 Hours

Businesses and shops that are open 24/7 here in Mallorca

Pharmacy

*** 24 Hour Pharmacy ***  –  Farmacia Gaspar Real Vicens – Carrer d’Aragó, 70, 07005 Palma, Illes Balears – Tel 971272501

Vets

Tobacconist

Tabacos
Ctra. de Manacor, 26, 07006 Palma, Illes Balears

Sunday Dinner

Here are some recommended places to get a Sunday Lunch here in Mallorca.

El Toro
  • Bistro 49 –  49 Gran Via el Toro, 07181, Calvia, Mallorca, Spain   +34 971 23 41 68
Magaluf
  • Eastenders Bar –  Carrer Pinada, 07181, Calvia, Mallorca, Spain   +34 659 41 98 56
Palma Nova
  • O´Neills –  Carrer de Paris 8, Palma Nova, 07181, Mallorca, Spain   +34 971 68 30 10
Portal Nous
  • Delfinos
Puerto Alcudia
  • Woody Woodpeckers
Puerto Pollensa
  • Liberty Kitchen –   Carrer de la Verge del Carme, 8, 07470 Port de Pollença, Illes Balears   +34 971 86 71 63 
Son Caliu
  • Archies –
  • Penny Lane – Carrer Puig Teide 4, 07181, Mallorca, Spain  +34 971 67 83 79

Jobs in Mallorca

Jobs / Employment  in Mallorca

Most jobs are seasonal  ( April to end October ) as Mallorca is a Tourist Destination, and so winter can be quite cruel for those without work, but all year round jobs are available.  Please see below some of the more popular websites for jobs in Mallorca.

SPAIN TAX CALCULATOR

INEM

InfoJobs

TUI

Jet2.com/careers

HotelBeds

 

 

Seguridad Social

Tesorería General de la Seguridad Social-Servicios Centrales

Departamento de Finanzas de la Seguridad Social
Carrer de Pérez Galdós, 36
971 77 45 00

 

Vida Laboral

Vida laboral report ( working life history) can be requested online  – Website

 

  • Other paperwork may be requested by your potential employer,  see below information and links  :-y) can be requested online  – Website

Criminal background

If you have a digital certificate of identification (Certificado Digital) you can request this online via the following Link: https://sede.mjusticia.gob.es/cs/Satellite/Sede/es/tramites/certificado-antecedentes

You will have to fill out form 790, pay €3,78 euros ( current price Feb 2019 ) by credit card or bank transfer and in principle the report will be available for downloading 24 hours later. (For non-Spanish Nationals the report might not be available for 30 days whilst the authorities enquire directly with your country of nationality.)

If you do not have a digital certificate, please download form 790 (https://sede.mjusticia.gob.es/ServidorFormularios/formularios?idFormulario=790&lang=es_es) complete it and take it along to a bank to receive a stamp and receipt for €3,78Eur. (If you are unable to download or print the form you can collect a copy from the address below.)

You must then present the completed form, receipt, and most pertinent example of valid photographic identification, to:

Gerencia Territorial de Justicia, Carrer de la Posada de la Real, 6, 07003 , Palma de Mallorca

The report will then be sent directly to you by post or email.

 

Credit Check (solicitud de informe sobre riesgos provenientes de la Central de Información de Riesgos del Banco de España)

If you have a digital certificate of identification (Certificado Digital) you can request this online via the following Link: (“Application CIR”, https://sedeelectronica.bde.es/sede/es/menu/tramites/Solicitud_de_in_f91d40ea9282d21.html)

The report is free and will be emailed or posted to you in due course.

If you do not have a digital certificate, you must apply in person at:

Banco de España, Carrer de Sant Bartomeu, 16, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Islas Baleares

You will be required to complete the aforementioned form and present it with the originals (and photocopies) of your most pertinent method of photographic ID (such as passport for example) and NIE.

 

Social Security Obligations (Certificado de estar al corriente en las obligaciones de la seguridad social)

If you have a digital certificate of identification (Certificado Digital) or a “Cl@ve & Pin” you can download it via the following Link: https://sede.seg-social.gob.es/wps/portal/sede/sede/Ciudadanos/Informes%20y%20Certificados/!ut/p/z1/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfIjo8zijQ3NTAwtDQx93A08XQ0cQ329Qy2NA43djcz0w_EpMLA00I8iRr8BDuBIUL8XIQVAHxgV-Tr7putHFSSWZOhm5qXl60d4Asmi3NRihUoF59Siksy0zOTElPxioHOi8BkI9hBYAR4XB6cW6xfkhkZU-aQFB6QrKgIAYj7kKg!!/dz/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/

Alternatively you must request this certificate in person by first requesting an appointment through this link: https://www.agenciatributaria.es/AEAT.internet/Inicio/Ayuda/_comp_Consultas_informaticas/Categorias/Otros_servicios/Cita_previa/Peticion_de_cita_previa_a_traves_de_internet/Peticion_de_cita_previa_a_traves_de_internet.shtml

You will normally be offered an appointment within 24 hours at:

Tesorería General De La Seguridad Social Servicios Centrales , La Rambla, 18, 07003 Palma de Mallorca

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The report is free and is normally given to you immediately.

 

Debts owed to the Treasury (Certificado de estar al corriente de obligaciones tributarias)

If you have a digital certificate of identification (Certificado Digital) or a “Cl@ve & Pin” you can request this certificate online via the following Link: https://www.agenciatributaria.gob.es/AEAT.sede/procedimientoini/G304.shtml

The certificate is free and will be sent to your home address in due course.

Alternatively you must obtain it in person, first by requesting an appointment via this link: https://www.agenciatributaria.gob.es/AEAT.sede/procedimientoini/GC29.shtml

You will be offered an appointment within a few days at:

 

 

 

 

 

  Agencia Estatal De La Administración Tributaria, Carrer de Cecili Metel, 9, 07003 Palma de Mallorca

You will be required to complete form (Model 01) https://www.agenciatributaria.es/static_files/AEAT/Contenidos_Comunes/La_Agencia_Tributaria/Modelos_y_formularios/Declaraciones/Modelos_01_al_99/01/mod01_es_ES.pdf and to present the original and a photocopy of your DNI, NIE, passport or other valid identification document.

 

CALCULATE SALARY / REDUNDANCY

SPAIN TAX CALCULATOR

SPAIN – after tax calculator

Citizens Advice Bureau Spain

Click here

Coronavirus Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19

 

Coronavirus  is COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. This new virus and disease was unknown before the outbreak began in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. COVID-19 was confirmed as a pandemic in March 2020 affecting many countries globally. It is a part of daily life, and we have to remain vigilent and listen to local guidance to try and stop further spread of this disease.

Symptoms  –  If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority

 

PHARMACYS

List of Pharmacy’s open on Sundays etc

*** 24 Hour Pharmacy ***  –  Farmacia Gaspar Real Vicens – Carrer d’Aragó, 70, 07005 Palma, Illes Balears – Tel 971272501

GHIC –  Global Health Insurance Card

In the UK, you may have a GHIC card /  Global Health Insurance Card.  and with this you can go to any public hospital to seek medical treatment. Click Here  for further info or to apply for it.

United Kingdom.
Phone: +44 191 218 1999.
Fax: +44 191 225 2131.
Email: Overseas.Healthcare@dwp.gsi.gov.uk

Most hotels can call a doctor to see you at your hotel if you feel unwell, but you are likely to need to pay for this service on the spot. 

If you have travel insurance, please make sure you notify them if you need medical attention.

If you have questions about travel insurance and how it works, visit InsureQuestions.com

IB-SALUT 

By Phone:

  • Phone contact for any health problem call : 061
  • Phone contact of Administration, call: 971 28 58 54
  • Fax to Administration: 971 28 58 48

Email:

Office:

  • C/Illes Balears s/n, 07014. Palma de Mallorca
  • Opening hours  8:00-15:00, Monday to Friday

STATISTICS

If you want to see the latest COVID 19 statistics for Spain  /  Visit

EMERGENCIES

Guardia Civil                 062
Fire                                     112
Ambulance                    112
Police                                 091

EHIC for Mallorca Residents 

If you are a resident here, and need the European Card to receive healthcare whilst on holiday elsewhere , then you can apply for one here online. Normally arrives within a few days once requested.  Application and Renewal

Mallorca Hospitals

Some of the public and private hospitals in Mallorca are listed below, along with the address and telephone number. On our APP, you can see where they are on the map. Download our APP, see links on the side..

Please note there are public and private hospitals, we have indicated the private ones below.

Palma De Mallorca – Hospital Son Espases  – Palma de Mallorca – 87120500

Palma De Mallorca – Hospital Son Llatzer – Carretera de Manacor, km 4. – 871202000

Palma De Mallorca – Clínica Palmaplanas – Camí dels Reis s/n, 07010, Palma de Mallorca – 971918000 * Private

Palma De Mallorca – Clínica Rotger – C/ Santiago Russinyol 9, 07012, Palma De Mallorca – 971448500  *Private

Palma De Mallorca – Policlínica Miramar – Camí de la Vileta, 07011 , Palma de Mallorca – 971767000

Palma De Mallorca – Clínica Juaneda – C/ Company 30, 07014, Palma De Mallorca – 971731647 * Private

Playa de Muro – Hospital General de Muro – C/ Veler 1, 07408, Platja De Muro – 971891900 * Private

Alcudia – Hospital Port d´Alcudia – Avda. Juan Carlos I. Edificio Concha del Lago, Alcudia – 971891835 * Private

Alcudia – Hospital d´Alcudia – C/ Formentera 5, Alcudia – 971547373  * Private

Inca – Hospital Comarcal d’Inca – Carretera Vella de Llubí, S/N, 07300 Inca –  971 88 85 00

Manacor – Fundación Hospital Manacor – Ctra. Manacor-Alcudia, s/n, 07500 Manacor – 971847000

Hospital Joan March – Carretera Palma Sóller, km 12, 07110 Bunyola – 871202000

Processionary Caterpillars

Processionary caterpillars

These are dangerous to pets, and must be treated with absolute caution. The Pine Processionary Caterpillar can injure or kill your dog and cause serious health problems for people.

What are processionary caterpillars ? 

The processionary caterpillar is the larval stage of a type of moth.  In order to metamorphose into a chrysalis, it first spends a certain time nourishing itself, mostly by feeding opine needles (i.e. pine, cedar, etc.), around which it also weaves its silk cocoon. In spring, it then comes down from its tree in order to burrow underground and thus complete its transformation. Risk is particularly high at this time of the year, as the chance for our pets of coming into contact with them is considerably increased.

Note:  the term “processionary” originates from the habit these caterpillars have of travelling around together in single file.

Risks to animals

Be under no circumstance fooled by the non-threatening appearance of these caterpillars. They actually possess urticating hairs which are released when threatened or stressed. These hairs are different from the caterpillar’s visible hairs: each is equipped with a hook which attaches to the skin and/or the surfaces of other organs, then ruptures and delivers a highly dangerous toxin.

Though cats can be affected, it is mainly dogs, with their playful temperaments, that tend to be most attracted to these tiny crawling creatures. The muzzle and mouth are most often affected. However, because the urticating hairs are very volatile, it is not unusual for other parts of the body to be involved (e.g. the eyes and eyelids). If ingestion occurs, the digestive tract can also be damaged.

Symptoms in dogs and cats

Mouth 

In addition to the pain caused, there will be significant inflammation visible around the animal’s mouth and muzzle. Necrosis of the tongue can rapidly occur and could even cause some parts to fall off, depriving the animal of being able to eat properly.

Skin

Contact with the dog or cat’s skin will cause an aggressive rash with multiple red spots. Itching and swelling of the affected area also often occur.

Eyes

The fact that these urticatig hairs can seriously damage the eyes, any contact with eyes is very dangerous and very painful for the animal. Moreover, the hairs can cause inflammation of the conjunctiva and the cornea resulting into corneal ulcers. Without being treated properly, they can even cause complete loss of sight.

What to do in case of contact?

If contact with a processionary caterpillar occurs, rinsing thoroughly the affected area without rubbing is recommended. It is important to seek urgent medical care as the consequences can sometimes be serious and irreversible for the cat or dog. When treated rapidly, the chance of a full recovery without long-term effects are much better.

 

Mallorca Markets

Mallorca Markets

Santa Catalina 

Santa Catalina is Palma’s gourmet district. With lots of  restaurants within this area,  the local market is popular with its local produce and fresh fish.  In addition on Tuesdays and Saturdays there are also clothes stalls as well.

Open Monday to Saturday from 07:00 to 17:00

 

Marratxi

Secondhand Market, held on Sundays on the industrial estate of Marratxi.

Sundays  from 09:00 – 13.00 ish

 

Arenal

Thursday is the towns Market Day, with many stalls selling a variety of products.

Thursdays from 09:00 – 13:00 ish

 

Llucmajor

Friday is the towns Market Day, with many stalls selling a variety of products.

Fridays from 09:00 – 13:00 ish

 

Palma

Saturday is the towns Market Day, with many stalls selling a variety of products.

Saturdays from 09:00 – 13:00 ish

 

Radio Stations Mallorca

 Radio Stations Mallorca

There are a  number of radio stations here in Mallorca.  Below are ones that are English speaking.

 

 

 

RESTAURANTS with MUSIC

  • Hard Rock Cafe
  • Great venue and good food.  
  • The Shamrock
  • Restaurant and sports bar, very popular and located on the sea front in the middle of Palma.

 

Holiday Checklist

Holiday Checklist

Holiday checklist, hints and tips, here are some suggestions to start you off..

   
  Holiday Spending Money, order your currency ready
  Passport / Check expiry date / Visa Requirements
  Medication  – (better if kept in hand luggage).  Make sure you take enough for your trip, and a few days extra just in case.
  Sun Care Products
  Vaccinations – depending on where you are traveling.
  Book Car Hire / Transfers
  If hotel does not have 24/7 reception, make sure you will be able to check in when you arrive. Contact hotel in advance to save problems upon arrival
 

Travel Insurance

Make sure you declare pre-existing conditions to your insurer.

If you have questions about travel insurance and how it works, visit InsureQuestions.com

  EHIC Card / Please remember to take this if visiting European Country where reciprocal agreement applies, just in case you require healthcare abroad.
  Print off Boarding cards  / Accom & Transfer Vouchers / Save to Airline app if applicable – (this could save you a lot of money)
  Book Assistance with Airline if required
  Cancel Milk / Newspapers whilst you are away, etc
  Pets / Arrange dog sitter  / Kennels  / Cattery etc

FCDO travel advice –  Click here

Postal Services – Delivery

Postal Services /  Delivery Companies / Removals

Correos Spanish Mail Service  –    www.correos.es
Easy Mail Mallorca   –  website
DHL Express
  • Phone: 902 122 424
Parcel Hero
Pharos Parcel

Removals

Webbs Removals =  website