Can I have more guests than my tourist licence allows?

No, you cannot have more guests staying in your property than your tourist licence permits. Your tourist licence specifies the maximum occupancy for your holiday rental, and this limit is a condition of your licence. Exceeding this limit is a breach of those conditions.

While guest registration through SES.Hospedajes is a separate legal obligation, it requires you to report every guest staying in your property, regardless of age [/guest-registration/children/]. This means that if you register more guests than your tourist licence allows, you will be creating a record that demonstrates you are operating in breach of your licence conditions. This could lead to penalties from the regional authorities responsible for tourist accommodation.

The purpose of guest registration is to provide information to the police for public safety and security, as outlined in Real Decreto 933/2021, article 1. It is distinct from the regulations governing tourist accommodation, which are set by your regional government. However, both systems contribute to the overall regulatory framework for holiday rentals in Spain.

It is crucial to adhere to the maximum occupancy stated on your tourist licence to avoid potential fines or even the revocation of your licence.