If you're thinking about buying a home on Mallorca, renting often comes into the picture. Maybe you want to use the place yourself part of the year and rent it out while you're away. Or you're looking for a property specifically as an investment.
The good news: Mallorca offers plenty of options for both. At the same time, there are clear rules you should know.
Long-term rentals: mostly straightforward
Long-term rentals are usually uncomplicated. As long as there's a valid rental contract and the legal requirements are met, you can rent your property out permanently without major hurdles.
Holiday rentals: licence required
It's a different story for holiday rentals. If you want to rent short-term to tourists, you need an official licence. The ETV. Whether that's possible depends heavily on the location and the specific rules of the municipality. Not every property is allowed to be let touristically.
In apartment buildings there's often a second layer: the owners' community may need to give its consent.
Day-to-day rules
Once you're running it, more things apply. The licence number has to appear in every listing, guests are registered with the authorities, and a nightly tourist tax, the Ecotasa, is due for every stay.
Why the island keeps this tight
Mallorca handles the topic deliberately strictly. Mainly to protect residential housing and secure sustainable development. Still, the island remains a region with strong demand and long-term potential.
With the right planning, your property can be both: a personal retreat and a sensible investment.
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