Good news for owners in Murcia: Check tourist rental now and seize the opportunity
For property owners in theMurcia Region, there is currently an important development in the area of tourist rentals. The SpanishSupreme Courthas annulled the stateRegistro Único de Arrendamientos de Corta Duración. This state register was introduced by Royal Decree 1312/2024 and had caused additional uncertainty, delays, and rejections for many owners.
The court justifies the decision by stating that the Spanish state does not have the authority to create a national register that overlaps with the already existing autonomous registers. The registration of tourist accommodations remains the responsibility of the respective autonomous communities — in our case, theMurcia Region. However, the Digital Single Window and the data obligations for platforms remain fundamentally in place.
What does this mean for owners in Murcia?
For owners in Murcia, this decision is particularly relevant. Anyone wishing to rent their property for tourism purposes still requires a regional tourist licence or registration as aVivienda de Uso Turístico. In Murcia, this is done through the relevant regional authorities, including the appropriateDeclaración Responsable.
The important difference: The additional state registration hurdle that has recently blocked many owners has now been removed.
This could open a new window of opportunity — both for owners who already have a local licence and for owners who wish to apply for a tourist licence for the first time.
Especially important for owners with an existing VV.MU licence.
Many owners in the Murcia region already possess a local tourist licence, identifiable for example by a number in the format.VV.MU.XXXX.
However, some of these owners were still unable to rent as usual recently because they did not receive the additional number from the state.Registro Único de Arrendamientos de Corta Duración.The requirements were strict, opaque, and difficult to understand for many owners. In practice, this meant that properties with an existing regional licence could suddenly no longer be easily offered on platforms like Airbnb or Booking.
With the current decision of the Tribunal Supremo, this additional state registration hurdle is now removed. Media reports that more than 100,000 previously rejected accommodations could regain access to the market.
For owners with an existing.VV.MU-Lizenzthis means: It should now be quickly checked whether the property can be marketed again actively and legally. It is crucial that the regional licence remains valid and that local requirements are met.
No licence yet? Then act now.
For owners who do not yet have a tourist licence in Murcia, now could be a good time.
The current situation clearly shows: regulations can change quickly. Anyone wishing to rent out their property for tourism in the long term should not wait until new restrictions, longer processing times, or further documentation requirements arise.
Currently, there is an opportunity to check the licensing eligibility of the property and to prepare the application for tourist registration in the Murcia region.
Rental Hero takes care of the service
Rental Hero supports property owners in the Murcia region with all important steps related to tourist rentals.
We particularly help in two cases:
1. You already have a VV.MU licence
If you already have a local tourist licence but have been unable to rent due to the state register, we will review your documents and assist you in correctly bringing your property back to market.
2. You want to apply for a licence now
If you do not yet have a tourist licence, we will guide you through the checking, preparation, and application for the necessary registration in the Murcia region.
Get checked now
The current window of opportunity could be a real chance for property owners in Murcia. Those who already have a licence should check whether the property can be rented out again. Those who do not yet have a licence should take action now and prepare the application.
Rental Hero is happy to take care of the complete service for you.
Contact us now so that we can check your property and initiate the next steps.
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Note: This article does not replace individual legal advice. Rentability always depends on the specific property, the existing licence, regional regulations, and local requirements.