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BOE-A-2026-4624 ·27 February 2026 ·Resolution Low impact
Tax

Tourist rental companies: registered ownership is required to obtain a rental registration number

The Directorate General for Legal Certainty and Public Faith confirms that applications for short-term rental registration numbers must be signed by the registered owner of the property or their legal representative (Facts II). The single registration procedure, regulated by Royal Decree 1312/2024, is processed through the competent Land Registry where the property is registered (art. 2.f). Proof of legitimacy is required to prevent properties from being offered in violation of territorial regulations.

In 2 key points

  1. The registration number is processed at the Land Registry where the property is registered (art. 2.f) (art. 2.f)
  2. Activities started after 03/04/2025 require a vote of 3/5 of owners and shares (art. 17.12 LPH) (art. 17.12 LPH)

How it affects those involved

For companies (SL) managing tourist rentals, possession or a lease agreement is insufficient; they must provide conclusive proof of representation of the owner listed in the Land Registry to obtain the mandatory registration number (Facts II). For properties where the activity commences after 3 April 2025, the favourable vote of three fifths of the community of owners is also required (art. 17.12 LPH).

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2026-02-27PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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