When will the new vacation rental law come into effect in the Canary Islands?

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

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

Yes. You can read the current draft of the law here.

Is it mandatory to obtain a vacation rental license in the Canary Islands right now?

Not yet. There are currently no penalties for not having 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. We recommend that hosts start managing their licenses in good time.

Is a Vacation Rental (VV) license required for guest registration in the Canary Islands?

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

Which Canary Islands 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. The affected areas are:

• 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, because 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) become mandatory in the Canary Islands?

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

How do I submit the responsible declaration for a Canary Islands Vacation Rental (VV) license?

You submit the responsible declaration online through the website of the Government of the Canary Islands. A digital certificate is required. If you cannot complete the process yourself, your advisor can submit it on your behalf.

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