Legislation keeps changing. That is why we have strengthened our legal team.

The world of holiday rentals in the Canary Islands has changed considerably over the past few years. What was once a relatively simple step has become a carefully considered procedure, with rules that continue to evolve. For owners who want to rent out their property with care and peace of mind, that is no small detail.

A VV licence is not a finish line. It is a commitment that deserves looking after.

A VV licence is not a finish line, but a commitment

Applying for a VV licence is already a meticulous process in itself. But what surprises many owners is this: obtaining it does not mean you are set for good. Under the current legislation, the habilitation in the general regime is temporary in nature. It is valid for a set period and requires an express renewal, accompanied by a new declaration and a favourable assessment from the municipality. Anyone who lets that renewal lapse risks losing the licence permanently.

Your exact position depends on your situation, and the regimes differ:

• Consolidated use. For owners who held the licence before the new law, this can become an indefinite personal right, though one that does not simply transfer when the property is sold.

• Transitional situations. Existing licences may continue for a limited period before they need to be adapted to the new framework.

• The general regime. A temporary habilitation that has to be actively renewed, on time and with the right paperwork.

It is understandable that this feels like a maze. The rules differ from one municipality to the next, and they remain in motion.

That is why we have expanded our team

In recent months, we have received more and more questions from owners. About the application, about keeping the licence, about what a change in the law actually means for their property. Those questions deserve more than a vague reply. They deserve a well founded one.

That is why we have further strengthened our legal team. We work alongside specialised gestores and legal advisors, and can call upon lawyers where needed.

In this way, we keep our owners up to date with the latest changes, and we can guide them through both a first application and the renewal of an existing licence. Our team can also be engaged for the management of tourist complexes.

What this means for you

The essence is that you are not on your own. We follow the regulations closely and translate them into what they actually mean for your property. Whether it concerns a first application or the renewal of an existing licence, we are by your side to guide you through the process and help you get the paperwork properly in order.

What is general information here, we are glad to translate into your own situation. Every property and every owner is different, and it is precisely that personal attention that makes the difference.

Do you have a question about your licence, an upcoming renewal, or are you considering entrusting your property to a team that takes the legal side as seriously as the guest experience? Get in touch and we will guide you from there.