Moving to Mallorca: bank accounts, utilities and internet

When you arrive in Mallorca, you quickly need the basics of daily life: a Spanish bank account, electricity and water connections, internet and a mobile phone contract, plus knowing how to deal with local councils and government authorities. Much of it works differently from back home — but with the right steps, it's straightforward.

In this section you'll find well-researched guides covering all the practical aspects of everyday life on the island — including providers, processes, and the typical pitfalls to watch out for.