Formentera.eco is the regulation implemented by the Consell de Formentera to control the entry and circulation of vehicles on the island during the high season. Conditions and fees are established according to the type of vehicle and driver. Residents, hybrid and electric vehicles have benefits, while visitors must obtain a permit and pay a daily fee. This measure seeks to protect the environment and ensure quality of life in Formentera.
Formentera.eco seeks to control congestion on the roads and promote a more sustainable tourism, maintaining a balance between tourist activity and the daily life of the island’s inhabitants.
Conditions and rates of the regulation Formentera.eco
The regulation Formentera.eco establishes different conditions and rates for the control of entry, movement and parking of vehicles on the island during the high season, from 1 June to 30 September.
Below are the exemptions from payment and applicable discounts:
Authorisation for residents in Formentera
- Residents of Formentera are exempt from paying the Formentera.eco fee.
- However, it is necessary for them to apply for a driving authorisation anyway.
- To obtain authorisation, residents must complete the corresponding procedure on the Formentera.eco web platform.
Authorisation for visitors and tourists
- Tourists and visitors must pay a daily fee to drive on the island during the regulatory season.
- The amount of the fee varies depending on the type of vehicle, with a minimum payment established.
- The same as for residents, it is processed on the Formentera.eco website.
How much is the Formentera.eco fee?
The current price of the fee to circulate in Formentera with a non-resident vehicle is:
- Cars: 6,00€/day with a minimum amount of 30,00€.
- Motorbikes: 3,00€/day with a minimum amount of 15,00€.
What is the limit of motor vehicles on the island?
In 2023 was established a limit of 10,458 motor vehicles that can access Formentera during the high season. This measure represents a 16% reduction compared to 2022, with the purpose of preserving environmental sustainability and quality of life on the island. The motor vehicle limit in Formentera has been reduced to ensure less pressure on the island’s natural environment and to improve the experience for residents and visitors.
We do not yet know the limits for the 2024 season, as soon as we know we will update this page.
How much is the Formentera.eco fee?
The current price of the fee to circulate in Formentera with a non-resident vehicle is:
- Cars: 6,00€/day with a minimum amount of 30,00€.
- Motorbikes: 3,00€/day with a minimum amount of 15,00€.
Reasons for the application of the Formentera.eco fee for vehicles
The fees from Formentera.eco aim to maintain control over the number of vehicles that circulate around the island in high season.
Balance between tourism and preservation of the natural environment
- The regulation seeks to find a balance between tourism in Formentera and the conservation of the natural environment of the island.
- The rate aims to discourage the massive arrival of vehicles and preserve the natural beauty of Formentera.
Implications for the economic and ecological stability of the island
- The tax has a positive impact on the economic stability of the island by promoting a more responsible and sustainable tourism.
- In addition, this measure helps to maintain the ecological balance of Formentera by limiting the number of vehicles circulating in times of high tourist influx.
In Formentera, the Formentera.eco regulation seeks to establish a balance between tourism and the conservation of the island’s natural environment. This measure focuses on protecting natural resources and reducing pressure on the ecosystem, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy a sustainable environment in the long term and promoting a sustainable tourism model for the island.
Implications for the island’s economic and ecological stability
The implementation of Formentera.eco has a direct impact on the economic and ecological stability of the island. By limiting the number of vehicles and promoting a more sustainable tourism, it seeks to ensure long-term economic viability and preserve the natural wealth of Formentera. This measure contributes to the generation of a more responsible and environmentally friendly tourism model.
FAQ’s about Formentera.eco
Below we pasted some of the most frequently answered questions about the Formentera.eco regulation.
What is the period of validity of Formentera.eco?
From the 1st of June till the 30th of September
What vehicles are exempt from paying the fee?
- Vehicles of permanent residents in the island
- Vehicles of companies working on the island
- Vehicles of residents of the Balearic Islands
- Electric vehicles (whether resident or not)
- Vehicles of people who is not a permanent resident in Formentera but who have an employment contract in Formentera
Hybrid and electric vehicles are exempt from paying the fee?
Electric vehicles have a 100% tax exemption, hybrid vehicles have a 50% discount on the fee.
