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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Transportation

Highway Access
PM-820 is the main road across the island, through the main settlements, from La Savina toward Far de la Mola. 6
Best Taxi/Ride App
Radio Taxi Formentera, +34 971 32 23 42. Taxis still use a reference tariff set by the island council rather than a meter. In the spring 2026 table, the port to Sant Francesc is 9.70 euro by day and 11 euro at night or on a holiday; the port to Sant Ferran or Es Pujols is 12.60 and 14.30 euro; the port to the start of Ses Illetes is 13.80 and 15.70 euro. 7
Bike/Scooter Rental
Moto Rent Mitjorn (Sant Ferran) - E-bikes approx €20/day, Scooters €25/day.
Best Beach Nearby
Platja de ses Illetes, on the north shore. A travel guide lists it as a crowded beach with clear water. 5 19
Top Regional Airline
Air Europa (flying to Ibiza, followed by a 30-min ferry).
Top International Airline
Vueling/Iberia (via Ibiza Airport - IBZ).
Main Train/Transit Hub
There is no airport and no train. Ferries and the island buses meet at Port de la Savina. 5 6 16
Public Transport Passes
Autocares Paya - Single tickets €2-4; Multi-ride cards available at the station.
Regional Travel
Fast boats from Ibiza include Baleària and Trasmapi. A travel guide puts a foot-passenger single at about 17 to 24 euro and the crossing at about half an hour. 5 6

Essentials

City
Formentera, the southernmost Balearic island, is a single municipality in Spain. The capital is Sant Francesc Xavier (Sant Francesc de Formentera). 6
Population
11,661 inhabitants in 2025, a definitive figure from the national statistics institute. The 2019 count was 12,111. 1
Internet Speed
Fiber optic available in main towns (600 Mbps), 4G/5G coverage in rural areas (30-50 Mbps)
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). On 19 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD, so 1 USD = 0.8909 EUR. Cards are widely accepted. 2 3
Tap Water
Tap water is generally safe to drink throughout Spain. Some southern regions have higher mineral content, which can affect the taste. 3
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 3
SIM Card
Orange Prepago 10 is 10 euro including VAT for 28 days (80 GB, with 15 GB of EU roaming), as a physical SIM or an eSIM. Shops usually ask for identification. 4 3 24
Banking for Expats
Revolut and N21 are widely used; local banks require NIE for residents.
Accommodation
Most hotels are small and independent, and the majority are one- or two-star. There are also small apartment blocks and villas, and no high-rise buildings. Camping is forbidden. In July and August, booking ahead is essential. 5
Cashless Friendly
Cards are widely accepted. The island buses take cash. 3 5
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Booking.com, and local agencies like Formentera Break.
Budget Accommodation
Hostal Rosamar (Es Pujols) - Approx €70-90/night in low season (March).
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Es Pujols for nightlife and beaches; Es Caló for a traditional fishing village vibe.
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Sant Francesc Xavier for year-round services, cafes, and community feel.

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Formentera has no coworking for travellers. The only shared space is the Espai Empresarial of Formentera Impulsa, run by the island council in the Casal d'Entitats in Sant Francesc: six desks at 60 euro a month, open from 8am to 8pm, for entrepreneurs and micro-businesses with Spanish tax and social security registration. A full working day means the morning ferry to Ibiza Town, where the same guide puts day passes at about 30 to 50 euro. 8
Best Cafe for Work
Cafetería Matinal (Sant Francesc) - Good WiFi and quiet indoor seating.
Networking Events
Informal meetups often organized via 'Formentera Digital Nomads' Facebook groups.
Social Events for Expats
Local markets in Sant Ferran and the 'Flower Power' parties (summer months).

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Hospital de Formentera, on Camí des Pujols in Sant Francesc de Formentera. 18
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Formentera Yoga (Various retreats) or Es Cucons.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Poliesportiu Antoni Blanc (Sant Francesc) - Municipal gym with pool and classes.
Laundry Services
LavaXpres (La Savina) - Self-service laundry.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
No major apps; local restaurants like 'Pizzería Macondo' often offer their own delivery.
Best Local Dish to Try
Ensalada Payesa (Salad with dried salted fish, tomatoes, and crusty bread).
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Integral (Sant Francesc) - Organic and vegetarian-focused bakery/cafe.
Best Dessert Spots
Forn de Sant Francesc - Try the 'Flaó' (mint cheesecake).
Affordable Shopping Spots
Mercat Pagès (Farmers market) in Sant Francesc.
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.es (Delivery takes 3-5 days to the island); El Corte Inglés.
Grocery Delivery
Eroski or Supermercados Spar (Local delivery available for large orders).
Bar/Nightlife Area
Tipic is in Es Pujols. On Platja Migjorn the travel guide names Blue Bar and Gecko Beach Club. 5
Local Brewery
Cerveza Formentera (Artisanal local beer found in local markets).
Wine Bars
Terramoll (Local winery in La Mola) offered for tastings.
Street Food Stalls
Mercadillo de la Mola (Hippie market) - Various snacks and local bites.
Popular International Cuisine
Chezz Gerdi (Italian/Fusion in Es Pujols).

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Far de la Mola, on the road from La Savina, and the Cap de Barbaria lighthouse. 5 20
Museums & Art Venues
A small ethnological museum. The travel guide lists it with the megalithic sites, the watchtowers and the chapel of Sant Francesc Xavier. 5
Historical Sites
The megalithic tomb of Ca na Costa, on the road from Sant Ferran to La Savina at Es Pujols, was built between 1900 and 1600 BC and discovered in 1974. Eight people were buried there. 6 22
Religious Sites
Església de Sant Francesc Xavier, an 18th-century church on Plaça de sa Constitució. 5 6 21
Annual Events
The island fiestas are around 25 July for Sant Jaume (San Jaime), the patron saint. 6
Cultural Districts
Sant Ferran de ses Roques (Known for its artistic vibe and the legendary Fonda Pepe).
Theater Venues
Sala de Cultura (Cinema/Theater) in Sant Francesc.
Local Markets
La Mola Artisan Market (Wednesdays and Sundays, seasonal).
Music Scene
Jazz a la Plaça (Live jazz every Saturday in Sant Francesc square during summer).
Street Art
Mural cycle in Sant Ferran showcasing local marine life.
Cooking Classes
Local workshops occasionally held at the 'Escola Hosteleria'.
Art Galleries
Galeria d'Art Marimurtra (Sant Francesc).
Historic Buildings
Cana Negrita (Traditional architecture museum house).
Local Heritage
The salt park is part of the UNESCO World Heritage listing Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture, inscribed in 1999. 17

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
The salt pans of the natural park of Ses Salines. Flamingos live in the park year-round. 17
National Parks Nearby
There is no national park on the island. Ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera is a natural park on Ibiza and Formentera, created on 19 December 2001 by Law 17/2001. 17
Cycling/Walking Paths
Rutes Verdes (32 interlinked 'Green Routes' for non-motorized travel).
Scenic Viewpoints
Mirador de Formentera (High point on the way to La Mola).
Birdwatching Locations
Flamingos live year-round in the salt marshes of the natural park. Estany Pudent is a lagoon in Sant Francesc de Formentera. 17 23
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Strictly prohibited island-wide due to high fire risk; use designated BBQ areas in parks.

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Correos (Central office in Sant Francesc); SEUR; MRW.
Tech Repair Services
Formentera Informática (Sant Francesc).
Table Tennis Spots
Poliesportiu Antoni Blanc (Outdoor tables available).
Language Classes
Local government provides 'Catalan/Spanish for foreigners' at the adult learning center.
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Marià Villangómez (Sant Francesc) - Quiet and air-conditioned.
Community Centers
Casal de Joves (Youth and community hub).
Gaming Lounges
None; local bar 'La Kika' has some arcade spirit.
Casino & Gaming Halls
None (Formentera has a strict 'no-casino' policy; travel to Ibiza for gambling).

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 put the whole municipality at 8,943 euro per square metre, with no split by district or bedrooms. A 40 square metre studio at that rate is about 357,720 euro. 9
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking price is 8,943 euro per square metre. A 40 square metre flat at that rate is about 357,720 euro. 9
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa October 2026 puts the municipality at 8,943 euro per square metre, with no split by bedrooms. A 60 square metre flat at that rate is about 536,580 euro. 9
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking price is 8,943 euro per square metre. A 60 square metre flat at that rate is about 536,580 euro. 9
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa October 2026 puts the municipality at 8,943 euro per square metre, with no split by bedrooms. An 80 square metre flat at that rate is about 715,440 euro. 9
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking price is 8,943 euro per square metre. An 80 square metre flat at that rate is about 715,440 euro. 9
Corporate Tax
The general corporation tax rate is 25 percent. 12
Dividend Withholding Tax
Non-residents pay 19 percent on dividends, and treaties can set a lower rate. Residents pay the savings scale: 19 percent on the first 6,000 euro, then 21 percent, 23 percent, 27 percent and 30 percent above 300,000 euro. 10
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax-resident if you spend more than 183 days in Spain in a calendar year, or if Spain is your main base of activities or economic interests. 10 11
Highest Income Tax Bracket
The national 2026 withholding guideline reaches 47 percent above 300,000 euro. Actual general-income rates depend on the combined state and regional scales; the Spain tax profile records an effective top near 54 percent in the highest-tax regions. Savings income is taxed separately at 19 to 30 percent. 10
VAT
IVA is 21 percent standard, with reduced rates of 10 percent and 4 percent, and 0 percent on some operations. 14
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. A Spanish resident is taxed on a foreign subsidiary when it owns, alone or with related parties, over 50 percent, and the foreign tax is under 75 percent of the Spanish tax on the same income. EU and EEA entities with a real business can be outside the rules. 13
Property Tax
IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - Approx. 0.4% to 1.1% of cadastral value.
Property Transaction Tax
ITP (Resale) 8-11% progressive; VAT (New build) 10%.
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Employed remote workers, including people with the international telework visa, can opt into the inbound-worker regime. Withholding on employment income is 24 percent up to 600,000 euro and 47 percent on the excess, for the year of the move and the next five, if they were not resident in the previous five years. It is not a flat tax on every kind of income. 15

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. INE Formentera population series, 11,661 inhabitants in 2025Official
  2. ECB reference rate on 19 October 2026, 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollarsOfficial
  3. Wikivoyage Spain, plugs, tap water, cards and prepaid SIM identificationSecondary
  4. Orange Prepago 10, 10 euro including VAT, 80 GB and 15 GB of EU roamingOfficial
  5. Wikivoyage Formentera, ferries, buses, beaches, bars and hotelsSecondary
  6. Spanish Wikipedia Formentera, capital, main road, July fiesta and fast boatsSecondary
  7. Formentera taxi reference fares, including spring 2026Official
  8. Ibiza and Formentera coworking guide, Espai Empresarial at 60 euro a monthSecondary
  9. Fotocasa Formentera sale index, October 2026Index
  10. PwC Spain personal income tax, reviewed 30 June 2026Secondary
  11. PwC Spain tax residence, more than 183 days or the main base of activitiesSecondary
  12. PwC Spain corporate tax, general rate 25 percentSecondary
  13. PwC Spain controlled foreign company rules, 50 percent and 75 percent testsSecondary
  14. Spanish tax agency VAT rates, 21, 10, 4 and 0 percentOfficial
  15. Inbound worker regime, 24 percent withholding and 47 percent above 600,000 euroOfficial
  16. Bus Formentera, Autocares Paya lines from the portOfficial
  17. Ses Salines natural park, created in 2001, UNESCO listing from 1999, flamingosSecondary
  18. OpenStreetMap Hospital de Formentera on Camí des PujolsReference
  19. OpenStreetMap Platja de Ses IlletesReference
  20. OpenStreetMap Far de la MolaReference
  21. OpenStreetMap church of Sant Francesc XavierReference
  22. OpenStreetMap megalithic tomb of Ca na CostaReference
  23. OpenStreetMap Estany Pudent lagoonReference
  24. Orange prepaid tariff table, 28-day bundle durationOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €9,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €570,000). Fotocasa October 2026 puts the municipality at 8,943 euro per square metre, with no split…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €7,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €420,000). Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €9,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €720,000). Fotocasa October 2026 puts the municipality at 8,943 euro per square metre, with no split…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €6,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €520,000). Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking…
    • Accommodation Luxury villas, seasonal apartments, and boutique hostals. Prices spike significantly… Most hotels are small and independent, and the majority are one- or two-star. There are…
    33 more changes
    • Annual Events Festes de Sant Jaume (July); Formentera Jazz Festival (June). The island fiestas are around 25 July for Sant Jaume (San Jaime), the patron saint.
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Spanish Digital Nomad Visa ('Beckham Law' eligibility) offers 24% flat tax on… Employed remote workers, including people with the international telework visa, can opt…
    • Bar/Nightlife Area Es Pujols (Bananos, Tipic) - Very seasonal, quiet in March. Tipic is in Es Pujols. On Platja Migjorn the travel guide names Blue Bar and Gecko Beach…
    • Best Beach Nearby Playa de Ses Illetes (Top-tier crystal water, located in the north). Platja de ses Illetes, on the north shore. A travel guide lists it as a crowded beach with…
    • Best Coworking Space None dedicated; most use 'Espai de Cotreball' community initiatives or hotel lobbies like… Formentera has no coworking for travellers. The only shared space is the Espai Empresarial…
    • Best Hospital Hospital de Formentera (Sant Francesc Xavier) - Modern public facility. Hospital de Formentera, on Camí des Pujols in Sant Francesc de Formentera.
    • Best Taxi/Ride App No Uber/Cabify. Use Radio Taxi Formentera (+34 971 32 23 42). Approx €15-25 across the… Radio Taxi Formentera, +34 971 32 23 42. Taxis still use a reference tariff set by the…
    • Birdwatching Locations Estany Pudent (Flamingos are common in the salt lagoons). Flamingos live year-round in the salt marshes of the natural park. Estany Pudent is a…
    • Cashless Friendly Yes, widely accepted in towns, but some 'Chiringuitos' (beach bars) prefer cash. Cards are widely accepted. The island buses take cash.
    • City Formentera, Balearic Islands, Spain Formentera, the southernmost Balearic island, is a single municipality in Spain. The…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, strict Spanish Transposition of EU ATAD. Yes. A Spanish resident is taxed on a foreign subsidiary when it owns, alone or with…
    • Corporate Tax 25% (Standard Spanish rate). The general corporation tax rate is 25 percent.
    • Currency & Banking Euro (€). 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Major banks include CaixaBank and Sabadell in Sant Francesc. Euro (EUR). On 19 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD, so 1…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 19% to 28% (Progressive scale for residents). Non-residents pay 19 percent on dividends, and treaties can set a lower rate. Residents…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket Approx. 47% (Varies by autonomous region; Balearic Islands applies). The national 2026 withholding guideline reaches 47 percent above 300,000 euro. Actual…
    • Highway Access PM-820 is the main artery connecting the port (La Savina) to El Pilar de la Mola. PM-820 is the main road across the island, through the main settlements, from La Savina…
    • Historical Sites Ca na Costa (Megalithic stone circle near Estany Pudent). The megalithic tomb of Ca na Costa, on the road from Sant Ferran to La Savina at Es…
    • Local Heritage The 'Posidonia Oceanica' (Seagrass) - UNESCO Heritage protected around the island. The salt park is part of the UNESCO World Heritage listing Ibiza, Biodiversity and…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub No trains. Main hub is Port de la Savina (Ferry arrivals). There is no airport and no train. Ferries and the island buses meet at Port de la Savina.
    • Museums & Art Venues Museu Etnogràfic de Formentera (Sant Francesc). A small ethnological museum. The travel guide lists it with the megalithic sites, the…
    • Must-See Landmarks Far de la Mola (Lighthouse at the edge of the cliffs). Far de la Mola, on the road from La Savina, and the Cap de Barbaria lighthouse.
    • National Parks Nearby Parc Natural de ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera. There is no national park on the island. Ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera is a natural…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Ses Salines Natural Park (Salt pans and migratory bird sanctuary). The salt pans of the natural park of Ses Salines. Flamingos live in the park year-round.
    • Population Approximately 12,000 (year-round) 11,661 inhabitants in 2025, a definitive figure from the national statistics institute…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Regional Travel Balearia or Trasmapi Ferry to Ibiza (approx. €20-30 one way, 30 mins). Fast boats from Ibiza include Baleària and Trasmapi. A travel guide puts a foot-passenger…
    • Religious Sites Sant Francesc Xavier Church (18th-century fortress-church). Església de Sant Francesc Xavier, an 18th-century church on Plaça de sa Constitució.
    • SIM Card Movistar, Vodafone, and Orange. Available at local tech shops in Sant Francesc. Orange Prepago 10 is 10 euro including VAT for 28 days (80 GB, with 15 GB of EU roaming)…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €10,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €400,000 in Sant Francesc). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 put the whole municipality at 8,943 euro per…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €7,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €300,000 in rural zones). Fotocasa October 2026 does not publish a separate outskirts rate. The municipal asking…
    • Tap Water Safe but very high mineral content; most residents use bottled water or filtered systems… Tap water is generally safe to drink throughout Spain. Some southern regions have higher…
    • Tax System Spanish Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days). Residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax-resident if you spend more than 183…
    • VAT 21% (IVA). IVA is 21 percent standard, with reduced rates of 10 percent and 4 percent, and 0 percent…

    Fix pass. Tap Water now uses the shared Spain wording. SIM Card now states the country prep’s 28-day bundle, removing the separate card-validity detail. Corporate Tax and Tax System use the corrected comparison-city wording. Dividend Withholding Tax adds the non-resident rate and treaty caveat. Highest Income Tax Bracket distinguishes the national withholding guideline from combined regional rates and includes the country profile’s effective top. Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads explicitly includes eligible international-telework employees and the 600,000 euro threshold. Updated research attribution and date, and added the Orange tariff-table citation. Best Coworking Space, Best Hospital, Religious Sites and Historical Sites now have explicit evidence limitations under Not verified; their item values are unchanged. (orange.es, en.wikivoyage.org, taxsummaries.pwc.com, taxsummaries.pwc.com, sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es)

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