New Annual Declaration for Short-Term Rentals in Spain: What NRUA Owners Need to Know

All owners with a Unique Rental Registration Number (NRUA) in Spain have recently received an official communication from the Association of Registrars. This email reminds landlords and hosts of their obligation to submit a new annual information return for short-term rentals, in compliance with the latest regulations.

Here’s what you need to know.

What is NRUA and Why This Declaration?

The NRUA (Número de Registro Único de Alquiler) is a unique registration number assigned to properties rented out on a short-term basis. According to:

• Royal Decree 1312/2024 of 23 December, which regulates the Single Rental Registry and creates the Single Digital Window for Rentals, and
• Order VAU/1560/2025 of 22 December, which approves the information model for short-term rentals

…owners are now required to submit an annual declaration covering all short-term rental activity carried out in the previous year.

Who Must File the Declaration?

The requirement applies to all NRUA holders who:

• Offer short-term rentals in Spain, and
• Manage or advertise their property through online platforms or other channels.

It is mandatory for each property, regardless of how many NRUAs are linked to it.

How and When to Submit

Electronic Submission

• Period: 1 February to 2 March
• Platform: Official Electronic Headquarters of the Association of Property, Commercial and Movable Assets Registrars
• Requirement: Electronic signature and registration in the electronic filing service

Physical Submission

• From 2 February, filings can be submitted in person at the Registry counter
• Requirement: Form must be completed electronically in the N2 program first
• No electronic signature or registration required for physical submission

Important: Failure to file the declaration may result in the withdrawal of your NRUA.

Support and Guidance

The Association of Registrars provides:

• Documentation and program downloads: Documentation & Downloads (from 31 January)
• RegIA ChatBot for queries: RegIA ChatBot

Security Notice: The Association will never request banking details, passwords, or payment information by email, SMS, or phone. Any payments can only be made via official channels after completing the filing.

Data Protection

The filing process complies with GDPR. Your personal information is processed solely for the purpose of managing your NRUA obligations. For more information, visit: Data Protection Information

Next Steps for NRUA Owners

• Review your property’s registration details to ensure they are correct
• Prepare accurate booking records for all short-term rentals during the previous year
• Keep supporting documentation that proves the temporary nature of each stay

To make this process easier, professional assistance is recommended. Filing errors could result in penalties or even deregistration of your NRUA.