Transferring a short-term rental license is the legal process that lets you transfer ownership of an AL (short-term rental) registration to a new owner or holder. This guide explains everything you need to know.
What Is a License Transfer
When a property with a short-term rental license is sold, inherited, or otherwise changes ownership, the new party responsible must report this change to the local Municipal Council (Camara Municipal) so the registration can be updated.
The short-term rental license is tied to the property, not the owner. This is why it can be legally transferred.
When a Transfer Is Necessary
- Sale of the property to a new owner
- Inheritance or gift of the property
- Change of the operating entity's ownership (for example, from an individual to a company)
- Divorce or separation involving a change of ownership
- New partners joining the operation
Required Documentation
- Transfer request form (available from the Municipal Council)
- Identification document of the new holder
- Proof of transfer (deed of sale, certificate of heirs, etc.)
- Short-term rental registration number
- Proof of Portuguese tax residency
Step-by-Step Process
- Gather all the required documentation
- Go to your local Municipal Council or Parish Council (Junta de Freguesia)
- Fill out the transfer request form
- Pay the applicable fees
- Wait for the registration to be updated
The deadline to report the transfer is 60 days after the change of ownership.
Deadlines and Costs
Costs vary by municipality, but typically range from €50 to €150. The process takes between 2 and 4 weeks.
After the transfer, remember to update your details in SIBA and on your booking platforms.
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