When will the new vacation rental law come into effect?

There is no exact date yet. The law is expected to be published between April and May 2025, and the adaptation period for hosts will be defined at that point.

Is there a draft of the law available for consultation?

Yes, the current draft is publicly available. You can review it here.

Is it mandatory to obtain a vacation rental license right now?

Not yet. There are currently no penalties for not holding a license, and you cannot be reported for not having one. Once the law comes into effect, however, a license will be required to keep operating.

Hosts are encouraged to start managing their license applications early so they are ready when the changes take effect.

Is a Vacation Rental (VV) license required for guest registration?

No, a Vacation Rental (VV) license is not required for guest registration.

Which municipalities have longer processing times for license applications?

Some municipalities take longer to process applications due to high application volumes and limited administrative capacity. The affected areas include:

• Lanzarote: Playa Blanca and Teguise.
• Tenerife: Arona (around one month), Güímar, Candelaria, El Rosario, Garachico, and Puerto de la Cruz.
• Gran Canaria: Agaete and Agüimes.
• La Palma: The whole island has paused new VV applications, as the Cabildo (the body responsible for these permits) is currently not responding to requests.

When will guest registration in SES and the One-Stop Window (Ventanilla Única) be mandatory?

Guest registration in SES is already mandatory. The One-Stop Window (Ventanilla Única) is confirmed to go live in July.

How is the responsible declaration for the Vacation Rental (VV) license submitted?

The responsible declaration is submitted online through the Government of the Canary Islands website, and a digital certificate is required. If you cannot complete the process yourself, your advisor can handle it on your behalf.

The process is free. Once submitted, the competent authority, either the local town hall or the Cabildo depending on the municipality, reviews the case and responds. When the process is complete, you will receive a document by email containing your signature number.