Cédula de
Habitabilidad
in Tarragona
The cédula de habitabilidad (habitability certificate) is compulsory in Catalonia to sell or rent out a home. We visit the property, prepare the technical certificate and file the application with the Catalan government until the cédula is in your hands, all handled in English.
From €185 · Pack with energy certificate from €249
VAT and the cédula fee included. In the pack, the ICAEN fee for the energy certificate (€12.90) is extra.
Full service
We handle everything
Valid for 15 years
Second occupation
Fixed price
From €185
Pack with the EPC
One single visit
What is the cédula de habitabilidad?
It is the Generalitat de Catalunya document that certifies a home meets the minimum habitability standards: floor area, ceiling height, ventilation, natural light, facilities and installations. It is regulated by Decree 141/2012.
For existing homes the second-occupation cédula is issued, valid for 15 years. Water, electricity and gas companies may also ask for it to set up the supplies.
It is a different document from the energy certificate. Selling or renting usually requires both, and since October 2026 also the asbestos certificate: we do them in the same visit.
When you need it
You are selling
Selling a home requires a valid cédula. If it has expired or there is none, it must be obtained before signing.
You are renting out
A tenancy agreement requires a valid cédula, and without it the tenant may have trouble connecting the utilities.
Your cédula has expired
If it is over 15 years old or you cannot find it, we check whether a valid one exists and, if not, apply for a new one.
What we check during the visit
We measure the home and check that it meets the Decree 141/2012 requirements for existing dwellings:
- Usable floor area of the home and of each room
- Ceiling heights
- Natural ventilation and light in each room
- Kitchen, bathroom and sanitary fittings
- Water, electricity and drainage installations
- General safety and health conditions
If the home does not meet a requirement, we tell you during the visit and explain your options before filing anything.
How we work
01
Contact
Message us on WhatsApp or call us. We confirm the price and agree a day and time.
02
Visit
We measure the home, photograph the rooms and check the installations. If you need the energy certificate, we do it at the same time.
03
Application
The technician signs the habitability certificate and we file the online application with the Catalan Housing Agency.
04
Cédula
The Generalitat usually issues it within two to four weeks. We send it to you as soon as it arrives.
What if the home does not comply?
Some older homes do not meet every current requirement. In that case we explain what would need to be fixed to obtain the cédula.
If the home is being sold to be renovated, the law allows the sale without a cédula in some cases, with a technical report. We advise you on the option that fits your sale.
Cédula de habitabilidad: frequently asked questions
Do I need a cédula de habitabilidad to sell my flat in Salou or Tarragona?
And to rent it out?
How much does the cédula cost?
How long does it take?
How long is it valid?
How do I know if my home already has a valid cédula?
Who takes care of the paperwork?
I live abroad. Do I need to be there?
What is the difference from the energy certificate?
Can you also do the energy and asbestos certificates?
Where we handle habitability certificates
We cover Tarragona city and the whole province: Camp de Tarragona, Costa Daurada and Baix Penedès, including Salou, La Pineda, Cambrils and Miami Platja. If your town is not listed, just ask.
Selling or renting soon?
Send us the town and the type of home and we will book you in this week.
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