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. At that point, the adaptation period for hosts will be defined.

Is there a draft of the vacation rental law available for consultation?

Yes. You can review the current draft of the Canary Islands vacation rental law as a PDF through the official draft document.

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

Not yet. There are currently no penalties for operating without a license, and you cannot be reported for not holding one. Once the law comes into effect, however, a license will be mandatory to keep operating. Start managing your license early so you are ready when the changes apply.

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 vacation rental license applications?

Some municipalities take longer to process applications because of high application volumes and limited administrative capacity:

• Lanzarote: Playa Blanca, Teguise.
• Tenerife: Arona (around one month), Güímar, Candelaria, El Rosario, Garachico, Puerto de la Cruz.
• Gran Canaria: Agaete, 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 for 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 submit 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.