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First occupation certificate (cédula de primera ocupación) in Mallorca

For new builds and full renovations. Required before signing deeds, connecting utilities and occupying the property. Technical architect with 10 years' experience and 0 rejections.

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What is it?

The mandatory certificate for all new builds in Mallorca

The first occupation certificate (cédula de primera ocupación) is the document certifying that a new build or full renovation with change of use meets minimum habitability conditions. Without it, you cannot sign deeds, connect utilities or legally occupy the property.

New builds

For newly constructed properties. Required before signing the completion deeds, connecting utilities or registering the address.

Full renovations

Major refurbishments or complete change of use. If the works are integral or there is a change from commercial to residential, the first occupation certificate is required.

Completion certificate required first

A building completion certificate (certificado final de obra) signed by the project architect is required before applying for the habitation certificate.

Documents needed

Building completion certificate

Issued by the project architect on completion of construction. Essential to start the process.

Building licence

The original building licence from the local council, together with any approved modifications.

Technical inspection

Our architect visits and checks that the built property matches the approved plans and meets Decree 145/1997 requirements.

Approved plans

The approved plans speed up verification considerably. If not available, we discuss the situation at consultation stage.

Process

How we process the first occupation certificate

1

Consultation and quote

Tell us about your project. We assess the situation and provide a fixed quote.

⏱ Under 24h
2

Documentation review

We review the building licence, completion certificate and plans to prepare the application file.

⏱ Days 1–3
3

Technical inspection

We visit the property and verify it matches the approved licence and meets the minimum habitability requirements.

⏱ Days 2–5
4

Certificate + submission

We issue the technical certificate and submit to the Consell Insular de Mallorca with all required documentation.

⏱ Same week
5

Official certificate delivery

Once the Consell issues it, you receive the official first occupation certificate. Valid for 10 years.

✓ Wk 2–6 (Consell)

Indicative timeline

Day 0
Consultation and quote
Day 2–5
Inspection + certificate
Day 5–7
Submission to Consell
Wk 2–6
Official certificate issued
FAQ

FAQ — first occupation certificate

Is the first occupation certificate the same as the building licence? +
No. The building licence is issued by the local council before construction and authorises the works. The first occupation certificate is issued by the Consell Insular de Mallorca after construction to certify the property meets minimum habitability conditions. Both documents are required.
Do I need a completion certificate before applying? +
Yes. The completion certificate (certificado final de obra) must be signed by the project architect first. This document certifies that the construction has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and is essential to start the habitation certificate process.
How long does the process take for a new build? +
Our part — review, inspection and submission — is typically resolved within a week to ten days. The Consell Insular de Mallorca then takes 2 to 6 weeks depending on workload.
What is the price? +
The price depends on the scope of the project, the number of units and the documentation available. Contact us and we'll provide a fixed quote tailored to your project, with no obligation.

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