Tourism License Application in Portugal

This service is for people who want to earn money by renting their property abroad to tourists for short holiday stays.

In several countries, including this one, the authorities check more and more that short holiday lets are properly registered and that tax is paid on the income. Inspectors may even pretend to be guests, or search websites and adverts, to find holiday homes rented without a licence.

Getting a holiday rental licence (official permission to rent to tourists) involves many rules and forms. This can be hard, especially for people who do not speak the local language or know the local rules.

How it works

• An application is sent to the local authorities, with documents such as proof of ownership and proof that the property meets local rules.
• The property may be inspected to check it meets the required standards.
• Once approved, the owner gets a licence number. It must be shown in all adverts for the property.

The lawyer guides you through each step, checks the documents, deals with the authorities for you and explains how to keep to the rules.

What the service includes

• A first meeting to understand your plans and check the property against the rules
• Help preparing and sending the application with complete, correct documents
• Speaking for you with the local authorities
• Help with checks and inspections, and advice on any changes the property needs
• Guidance, once the licence is granted, on keeping to the rules while you rent