Safety requirements for your VFT vacation rental on the Costa del Sol
During an inspection in Benalmadena an owner received a warning because the fire extinguisher was missing. Andalusian rules set concrete safety requirements for tourist homes. This is the checklist you want sorted before the season.
Anouar Zhaoui · 2025-08-14
The basics
Under the Andalusian decree on tourist homes your property must have, among other things: a first-aid kit, emergency service information, and cooling in the bedrooms and living room during the summer months. Many municipalities and insurers also expect smoke alarms and a fire extinguisher.
Make sure everything is visible and reachable for guests, and that instructions are available in several languages.
Practical checklist
- Working smoke alarm on each floor
- Fire extinguisher and fire blanket in the kitchen
- First-aid kit, restocked after use
- Emergency numbers and property address on display
- Cooling or air conditioning in sleeping and living areas
- Safe access, also with keyless check-in
Frequently asked questions
- Are homes really inspected?
- Yes, the Junta de Andalucia runs spot checks, often after a complaint or when the registration is renewed.
- Do I need an inspection report?
- Not as standard, but keep receipts and a photo of the safety equipment as evidence.
- How do I track this remotely?
- Have your cleaning team tick the items after each checkout and link it to your management dashboard.
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