From October 1st, 2025, new requirements will come into effect for properties rented out on short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Booking, etc.), according to the new legal framework (Law 5170/2025).

✅ What changes

All properties registered in the Short-Term Rental Property Registry must:

• Be designated as primary-use spaces, with natural light, ventilation, and air conditioning.

• Be insured for civil liability (damages or accidents).

• Provide: a certified electrician’s declaration, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, residual current devices, and exit signage.

• Have a valid pest control certificate, a first-aid kit, and an emergency contact guide.

🔍 Inspections

Officials from the Ministry of Tourism and the AADE will conduct on-site inspections, with at least 10 days’ prior written notice. As property owners/managers, you must present all relevant certificates and documentation.

⚠️ Penalties

In case of non-compliance:

• An administrative fine will be imposed: 5.000€.

• For repeated violations, the fine will be doubled or even quadrupled.

🤝 AFS by your side

Our team is here to guide you through the preparation of compliance files, keep you informed about the details, and ensure that your properties meet all the new requirements.

📩 Contact us for support and practical solutions.