Starting July 1st, 2025, Spain's Royal Decree 1312/2024 introduces new regulations for the vacation rental sector. If you own a short-term rental property in Spain, you'll need to obtain a Short-term rental accommodation Registration Number (NRA). Below are the 32 most frequently asked questions about this important regulatory change.

Note: If you don't have any properties in Spain, this regulation does not apply to you as a host.

1. What is the Digital Single Window for Rentals and the Short-term rental accommodation Registration Number (NRA)?

The Digital Single Window for Rentals is a centralized platform managed by Spain's Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda. It allows short-term rentals in Spain to be registered and monitored in a unified way.

The NRA is the mandatory identifier that each accommodation must obtain to be legally offered on vacation rental platforms. It is not the same as your tourism license—it's a different number that complements your property's license.

The NRA can be up to 53 alphanumeric characters. An example looks like: ESFCTU00004501300010949200000000000VUT-4501-232-00018. You'll find it in the PDF emailed to you after submitting your application.

2. What happens if my tourism license or my NRA expires, is revoked, or cancelled?

To legally operate, a property needs both a license number and an NRA. If either one is cancelled or becomes invalid, it must be renewed. Otherwise, the property will no longer be able to be published online.

3. How can I verify the validity of my NRA?

To check the current status and validity of your NRA, visit https://sede.registradores.org/sede/sede-nra-web/nra. This portal allows you to verify your registration number at any time.

4. How much does an NRA cost?

The cost to apply for the NRA online through the Registradores portal is 27 euros per submission (before taxes or applicable withholdings).

You can choose between two payment methods during the online application:

• Credit or Debit Card ("Pago Telemático") – The simplest option. You can pay directly on the website using Visa or Mastercard.
• Prepaid Wallet ("Monedero Registral") – Commonly used by professionals who regularly interact with property registries. This method requires you to top up your digital wallet with a minimum of 150 euros.

5. Is the €27 fee a one-time payment or do I need to pay it annually?

The €27 fee is an annual charge and must be paid each year upon renewing your NRA.

6. To renew my NRA, do I need to submit a new application every year or just pay the €27 fee?

Renewal requires both the payment of the €27 fee and a simplified renewal application. The renewal process typically involves confirming or updating existing information but is not as extensive as an initial registration.

7. Who is affected by this regulation?

This regulation affects:

• Hosts (individuals or companies) offering short-term accommodations in Spain in exchange for remuneration
• Digital rental platforms operating in Spain, regardless of where their headquarters are located

8. What types of properties are impacted by this regulation?

The regulation applies to all properties offered for short-term rental for profit, regardless of location (urban or rural).

This includes:

• Urban vacation rentals (Viviendas de Uso Turístico, or VUT)
• Rural accommodations such as casas rurales
• Individual rooms (habitaciones) offered within a home
• Boats or other non-traditional lodgings rented for tourist purposes

If your property is being rented to tourists on a short-term basis and you have a valid tourism license, you will need to obtain an NRA.

9. What types of properties are excluded from this regulation?

The following are excluded and do not require an NRA:

• Hotels, aparthotels, motels
• Guesthouses, hostels, or similar establishments
• Campsites, caravan areas, or regulated rural hotels

These typically fall under NACE Rev. 2 categories 55.1, 55.2, or 55.3 and are subject to a different regulatory framework.

If a property is exempt from having an NRA, the NRA field will be hidden in your account. If the system detects that your property requires an NRA, the field will be marked in red with the label "Required field."

10. How can I check if my property is subject to this regulation?

Review the classification on your tourism license issued by your regional tourism authority. If it's listed as a hotel, hostel, campground, or another official tourism establishment (not a "vivienda de uso turístico"), you are likely exempt.

You can also verify by:

• Checking your listing in your region's tourism registry
• Contacting your local or regional tourism office for confirmation

11. Do I need an NRA if I only rent out my property a few months per year?

Yes. How the property is used—not how often—determines if an NRA is required. If you're renting it out for financial gain, even for just a couple of weeks or months per year, you must register and obtain an NRA.

12. Do I need two NRAs if I offer both short and long stays?

No. If the rental is offered as short-term accommodation for payment, you only need one NRA per unit regardless of the length of stay.

13. When does the law come into effect and what is the deadline?

The regulation took effect on January 2, 2025. There is a grace period until July 1, 2025. Before that date, all hosts must have obtained an NRA and communicated it to the platforms.

14. What are the main obligations for hosts?

Host obligations include:

1. Obtain a Short-term rental accommodation Registration Number (NRA) for each unit you offer
2. Keep your information updated—if you change capacity, ownership, or other features, you must report it
3. Respond to authorities regarding inspections or information requests
4. Include the NRA in every platform where your property is listed. Otherwise, the platform will not keep your listing active

15. How do I obtain a Short-term rental accommodation Registration Number (NRA)?

You can find the detailed process in this video tutorial (in Spanish) or this PDF guide (also in Spanish).

For step-by-step instructions specific to Holidu hosts, follow our full guide.

16. Can the NRA application be submitted in person, or must it be done online?

The application can be submitted electronically via Sede Registradores or in person at the "Registro de la Propiedad" or the corresponding office for "Bienes Muebles".

17. Where can I find my Unique Registry Code ("Código Registral Único" CRU)?

The CRU is an 18-digit numeric code you can find in:

• Your Simple Note ("Nota Simple") from the Property Registry—request it online if you don't have it from the College of Registrars website
• Your property deed
• Your property tax bill or receipt ("Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles" or IBI)

In some cases your CRU may appear as "Identificador Único Registral" (IUR) or "Identificador Único de Finca Registral" (IDUFIR). Your CRU is not the same as a cadastral reference or license number—it is a different, separate number.

18. Can I apply for an NRA if my property only has a temporary license number?

Yes. As long as your license is currently active, it will be accepted during the application process. A temporary license is still valid, even if under review.

19. I have several units under the same license number. Can I apply for multiple NRAs with the shared license?

Yes. As long as the units legally operate under the same license, you can apply for an individual NRA for each one using the shared license number.

20. Can I apply for an NRA on someone else's behalf (e.g., if I'm a property manager or agency)?

Yes. However, you must:

• Attach a document proving legal authorization (e.g., a notarized power of attorney or signed authorization)
• Indicate the owner's name in the "Person represented by the applicant" field of the form ("Persona a la que representa el interesado")

21. How long is the NRA valid and do I need to renew it?

The NRA is valid for 12 months and is renewable if the rental activity continues. You'll need to renew it annually, but the number itself won't change.

22. What if I have multiple properties?

You must apply for an NRA for each unit you rent. If multiple units share the same CRU (e.g., apartments in one building), you can apply for multiple NRAs in one application by detailing each unit. In Holidu, you must enter the NRA for each individual unit.

23. I have a listing that combines two separate units rented together. Do I need a separate NRA for this combined listing?

No. You cannot obtain a separate NRA for the combined listing unless the two units are legally registered as a single property. However, you can still publish a combined listing by:

• Obtaining an individual NRA for each unit
• In the combined listing, clearly stating that the rental includes both registered units
• Displaying the NRA of one of the units in the listing

Check with your regional tourism authority to confirm that this combined-listing setup is accepted in your Autonomous Community.

24. What happens if I don't get the NRA before July 1, 2025?

By law, platforms (including Holidu) may have to deactivate any listing without a valid NRA starting on that date. Your accommodation won't be visible or bookable online until you obtain an NRA.

25. What about future bookings if I don't get or renew the NRA?

Future reservations do not need to be cancelled if they were made through a valid listing at the time of booking (either with a valid NRA after July 1, 2025 or without an NRA before the regulation took effect).

26. I'm a Holidu Host. What are the steps I need to follow?

Follow these steps:

1. Obtain your NRA as soon as possible by following the process outlined above
2. Log into your Holidu account
3. Click on "Check the list" in the homepage banner and enter the NRA(s) you received (even if provisional) for each unit

27. What if I don't have a certificate of occupancy ("cédula de habitabilidad")? Will I lose my license?

No. Licenses will not be revoked due to missing certificates of occupancy. Many tourism licenses were issued for properties without this certificate. If your license is included in the Short-term rental accommodation Registration Number system, your property can claim grandfathered status due to long-term activity and request an exemption. This allows you to keep your license and obtain an NRA.

28. My Holidu account won't accept my NRA—it shows an error. What do I do?

The NRA can be up to 53 characters and must follow a specific structure.

Format requirements:

• Maximum length: 53 characters
• Allowed characters: letters and numbers. Spaces and dashes are also permitted if they appear in the official document
• Exact match required: enter the NRA exactly as it appears in the