NRA number for vacation rentals in Spain: the complete guide

The NRA number (Número de Registro Único de Arrendamientos) is a national registration number for all rental properties in Spain. It was introduced through Real Decreto 1312/2024 and replaces the previous fragmented system of regional registers.

Who needs an NRA number?

The NRA registry is managed by the Colegio de Registradores and is mandatory for: • Vacation rentals (viviendas de uso turístico / VFT) • Seasonal rentals (temporada) • Room rentals • Any rental agreement shorter than 12 months The number must be visible in every listing on rental platforms. Platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com are required to verify the NRA number and remove listings without a valid number.

The Spanish government aims to achieve three goals with the NRA: 1. Combat illegal rentals A central registry allows authorities to verify which properties are legally rented. Properties without a VFT permit or municipal approval become immediately visible. 2. Tackle tax evasion The NRA links every rented property to an owner and tax number (NIE/NIF). The tax authority (Agencia Tributaria) can better monitor rental income. 3. Implement EU regulations The NRA stems from the European short-term rental regulation requiring transparency and registration across all EU member states.

1. Ensure your VFT registration is in order - You need a valid VFT number from the Junta de Andalucía first. Without VFT, you cannot apply for NRA. Read the difference between NRA, VFT and NRUA.
2. Obtain a digital certificate - You need a Spanish digital certificate or Cl@ve to log in to the Sede Electrónica.
3. Go to the Sede Electrónica - Log in to the Colegio de Registradores portal and start the application.
4. Fill in the details - Property deeds (escritura/nota simple), VFT number, cadastral reference, owner's NIE/NIF.
5. Pay the fee - The cost is approximately €32 per registration.
6. Receive your NRA number - After processing (typically 5-10 business days) you receive the NRA number by email.

Tip: KeyLessCosta can handle the entire NRA application process for you. We have experience with hundreds of registrations on the Costa del Sol.

The one-time registration fee is approximately €32. Additionally, you must file an N2 declaration every year before February. This annual filing confirms that the data in the NRA registry is still current. Read our complete VUDA registry guide for the step-by-step application process. Changes in ownership, address, or rental status must be reported within 3 months. When selling the property, the new owner must re-register.

Fines for non-compliance

• Renting without NRA number: fines from €600 to €600,000 • Incorrect data: fines from €300 to €3,000 • Failure to file annual N2 declaration: fines from €150 to €600

Rental platforms are legally required since July 2025 to:

Platform obligations

• Include the NRA number in every listing • Remove listings without a valid NRA number • Share data quarterly with the Spanish tax authority Airbnb and Booking.com are actively requesting your NRA number when creating or renewing your listing. Without this number, your listing will be taken offline. View Real Decreto 1312/2024 on BOE.es →

As a property management specialist on the Costa del Sol, we guide owners through the entire registration process:

Our NRA registration services

• NRA application - We collect all documents and submit the application for you • VFT registration - Don't have a VFT number yet? We arrange it • Annual N2 filing - We remind you and handle the submission • SES Hospedajes - Automatic guest registration with every booking • Compliance monitoring - We track regulations so you're always compliant Explore the differences between NRA, VFT and NRUA to understand how these registration systems relate to each other. Contact us for a no-obligation conversation about your situation.