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Spain Orders Airbnb to Remove 66,000 Listings in Crackdown on Illegal Tourist Rentals

Spain Orders Airbnb to Remove 66,000 Listings in Crackdown on Illegal Tourist Rentals

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2025-06-23 15:53:01
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Spain's government has dealt a significant blow to Airbnb, demanding the removal of nearly 66,000 listings that violate tourist accommodation laws. A Madrid court upheld the immediate delisting of 5,000 properties, with further legal actions pending. The crackdown targets unlicensed or misrepresented rentals in key regions including Madrid, Catalonia, and the Balearic Islands.

The MOVE reflects growing tensions over housing shortages and anti-tourism sentiment. Pablo Bustinduy, Spain's Minister of Social Rights and Consumer Affairs, spearheaded the investigation, revealing systemic failures in compliance with regional housing regulations. Airbnb plans to appeal, maintaining its role as a neutral platform rather than a regulatory enforcer.

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