As in Previous articles on renting out in Spain declared, you can no longer just rent in Spain to tourists. This is because Spanish law imposes additional obligations. However, the rules differ from region to region. For instance, the legislation is different in Valencia, Andalusia, Catalonia, etc. This article will explain the legislation for holiday rentals in the Comunidad Murcia.
Renting in Murcia : when does tourist rental legislation apply?
Holiday rental exists if the fully furnished and equipped property is marketed or promoted on channels with tourism offers to rent to third parties on a temporary and regular basis and at a price. The definition includes the following elements:
- the property is fully furnished and equipped and therefore ready to move in;
- you advertise on booking sites, among others;
- you rent on a regular basis for short periods.
You may rent out rooms as well as entire houses or flats.
What are the minimum requirements of tourist rental?
The minimum facilities are:
- availability of hot and cold water;
- electricity and sufficient working lighting;
- a working TV;
- adequate sanitary facilities;
- home insurance against physical and financial damages incurred by guests during their stay in the property.
The contact information of the owner or rental company must be visible in the accommodation. The same applies to emergency numbers. The owner should also draw up house rules for guests.
You also need attestation from co-owners' association showing that holiday rentals are not prohibited by the community. Note: from 3 April 2025, you must have prior approval from the co-owners' association.
How does the application process work?
In effect, you register your property as an accommodation. This process is entirely electronic.
You will get the licence immediately. A technical inspection of your property for compliance is possible after the application. However, it is unlikely that an inspection will be effective.
A rental licence has no expiry date in Murcia.
After obtaining a rental licence, you must register the accommodation in the national register from 1 July 2025. Find more information on the new registration requirement here.
What are my obligations after the application?
First of all, you should clearly display the accommodation's registration number and rental prices on all advertisements. You will also have to provide a complaint form in the accommodation, this in Spanish, English and French.
In addition, you should provide a clean-up before every check-in of new guests. In addition, bedding should be changed at least once a week.
The main requirement is that you provide the police with your guest list. These are the 42 data points that you online must pass on.
Finally, you should declare your rental income. Note that online channels are required to pass on booking details to the Spanish tax authorities. As a result, the tax authorities are aware of your rental income.
Read more about taxes on rental income in Spain.
Decision
Murcia to date has the most favourable rules for obtaining a rental licence.
Update January 2025
