How to Register a Tourist Apartment With the Junta de Andalucía
Don’t risk fines of up to €150,000. We legalize your vacation rental in Torremolinos for free and in record time.
Turning your property into a source of income is a great idea, but dealing with the Junta de Andalucía‘s bureaucracy can be a nightmare. Many owners feel lost among terms like “VFT,” “VUT,” “Declaración Responsable,” or the newly feared “NRUA.” Operating without a tourist license on the Costa del Sol is no longer an option: inspections are constant, and you expose yourself to severe fines for not registering a tourist apartment in Andalusia.
The process isn’t just about filling out a form. It’s essential to know the VFT/VUT license requirements in Torremolinos regarding habitability, climate control, and safety. Also, since July 2025, if you’re not clear on what the NRUA is and don’t register your property with the Land Registry to obtain it, you’ll be removed from platforms like Airbnb and Booking.
We Legalize Your Property Without Costing You a Cent
At Torremolinos Gestión Vacacional we’re experts in the Andalusian legal framework. For over 7 years we’ve processed licenses and managed successful properties. If you entrust us with your property’s management, we take on the entire bureaucratic burden from day one.
Our legal service includes:
- Instant VFT/VUT Registration: We file the Declaración Responsable with our digital certificate before the Andalusian Tourism Registry. You get your official code immediately and for free.
- Free NRUA Processing: We handle obtaining your Único Rental Registration Number with the Colegio de Registradores, mandatory for publishing listings in 2025/2026.
- Technical Requirements Advice: We guide you so your property meets Decree 31/2024 (air conditioning, first-aid kit, complaint forms, etc.), avoiding failed inspections.
- Full-Service Management at 15%: Once legalized, we handle everything (cleaning with our own laundry, check-in, Icnea) with no long-term commitment.
Regulatory Framework: VFT, VUT, and the Impact of the NRUA in 2025
Tourist accommodation regulation in Andalusia has taken a definitive turn with the approval of Decree 31/2024, which changes the conditions for Tourist Use Dwellings (VFT). The mandatory Declaración Responsable with the Tourism Department is only the first step. The legal ecosystem now requires integrating the NRUA (Único Rental Registration Number) under Royal Decree 933/2021 and new European Union guidelines on short-term rental transparency. This identifying code, issued by the Land Registry, will be the only valid “passport” for a property to be marketed on OTAs. Professional Property Management agencies must automate not only legal registration but also the flow of data to the guest registry (National Police/Civil Guard), ensuring the owner meets the “Duty of Care” and municipal noise and coexistence regulations in high-tourism-pressure municipalities like Torremolinos.
Benefits of Being a Legal Owner With Us
Complying with the law is the bare minimum. We go further to make your Torremolinos property the most profitable in its neighborhood:
🎁 We Pay Your Waste Tax
Exclusive offer: If we legalize and manage your property, we cover your annual Waste Tax for you (up to €500).
Automatic Police Registration
At check-in, we take care of sending guest data to the Civil Guard’s guest registry for you, keeping you compliant with the law without lifting a finger.
Local Logistics in 10 Minutes
We’re in La Carihuela, Bajondillo, and the city center. For any inspection or incident, we’re there in under 10 minutes.
Our Own Laundry in Torremolinos
We guarantee maximum hotel-standard hygiene by controlling the washing of your apartment’s linens ourselves.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tourist Registration
How long does the Junta de Andalucía take to give me the VFT code?
It’s immediate. When you file the Declaración Responsable online, the system automatically generates a provisional registration number that lets you start operating legally while the Junta carries out its follow-up inspection.
What happens if my homeowners’ association bans tourist apartments?
This is a critical point. Following the latest legal changes, if the association’s bylaws expressly ban tourist activity by a 3/5 majority vote, the Junta won’t grant the license. We review your bylaws for free to assess whether registration is viable.
Do I have to pay any fee to the Junta for registration?
Currently, registering with the Andalusian Tourism Registry doesn’t involve a direct administrative fee. However, it does require a digital certificate and meeting equipment requirements. We save you the cost of a gestoría by handling the process for free.
Other Legal Guides for Owners
VFT/VUT License Requirements in Torremolinos
Discover the exact list of technical and habitability requirements the Junta de Andalucía demands so you don’t fail the inspection.
What Is the NRUA and Why Is It Mandatory
Understand what the Único Rental Registration Number is and why you can’t advertise your property on online platforms without it.
Fines for Not Registering a Tourist Apartment
Learn about the financial penalties you face if you decide to rent out your vacation property without the proper license.
Legalize Your Property Today at No Cost
Don’t let paperwork hold you back. Start earning money with total legal security in Torremolinos. Message us on WhatsApp to process your VFT and NRUA license for free.
Torremolinos Gestión Vacacional | C. Campillos, 10, 29620 Torremolinos