FRS Iberia

FRS Iberia is a ferry operator on the Strait of Gibraltar founded in 2000 as a subsidiary of the German shipping group FRS Foerde Reederei Seetouristik. In January 2024 FRS Iberia was sold to DFDS and now operates as part of the Danish ferry group, with three routes connecting Spain and Morocco. The Tarifa-Tangier Ville route ended on 4 May 2025, leaving Algeciras-Tanger Med and Algeciras-Ceuta as the active routes.

Key facts

Company type: Spain-Morocco short-sea ferry operator
Founded: 2000 (as FRS Iberia / FRS Maroc)
Headquarters: Tarifa, Spain
Parent (current): DFDS A/S (Copenhagen) since January 2024
Active routes: Algeciras-Tanger Med, Algeciras-Ceuta
Annual passengers (2023): Around 1.9 million
Annual cars (2023): Around 370,000
Fleet: 7 vessels including Tanger Express, Kattegat, Ceuta Jet

Top FRS Iberia routes on SimpleFerry

Algeciras → Tanger Med (Morocco)
Tanger Med → Algeciras
Algeciras → Ceuta
Ceuta → Algeciras

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Fleet and onboard experience

The fleet mixes RoPAX vessels (Tanger Express, Kattegat) used on Algeciras-Tanger Med, and high-speed catamarans (Ceuta Jet, Algeciras Jet, Tarifa Jet, Levante Jet, Poniente Jet) used for short fast crossings to Ceuta and Tangier. Crossing time is around 1 hour 30 minutes for Algeciras-Tanger Med and around 1 hour to Ceuta. Onboard amenities include shops, cafeterias and an optional Premium Class upgrade.

Booking, check-in and luggage on SimpleFerry

SimpleFerry issues an e-ticket. Foot passengers should be at the terminal 1 hour before departure; vehicle passengers 90 minutes before. Travel documents (passport plus Moroccan visa where applicable) must be ready at boarding. Customs and police checks are mandatory for crossings to Tanger Med and Ceuta.

Pet policy

Pets are allowed under Spanish and Moroccan veterinary rules. A valid pet passport and microchip are required. Confirm carrier requirements during booking.

Frequently asked questions

Is FRS Iberia still a separate company?

It now operates under DFDS following the January 2024 acquisition. The FRS Iberia brand is being integrated into the wider DFDS network.

Why did the Tarifa-Tangier Ville route end?

The Port Authority of Algeciras awarded the concession to Balearia in December 2024; FRS / DFDS ran the final crossing on 4 May 2025.

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