There have been many stories out there that there’s a tourist ban on British holidaymakers in Malaga and that due to policy changes with visas and proposals regarding property taxes that Brits are no longer welcome in Spain. But what’s the truth behind the headlines?

We asked Spanish Property Expert Sean Woolley to bust some myths for us and get to the root of these stories.

1. Is there a tourist ban in Malaga?
No, there is not. Holidaymakers from all over the world will continue to be given a warm welcome in all areas of the Costa del Sol.
The stories referencing a tourist ban seem to come from a misinterpretation of a much-needed measure that have recently been taken by the authorities in Malaga City to control the number of properties being used for short-term rental purposes within the city. There will now be a pause of three years during which no new tourist licences will be given to properties within certain areas of Malaga city.

As this is a measure primarily designed to control newly registered tourist properties, there will still be PLENTY of tourist accommodation on offer, whether that be hotels, apartments or villas. For anyone visiting or intending to visit Malaga and the Costa del Sol, there should be no difference to the current situation and availability.