Mandatory Pest Control & Rodent Control Certificate for Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals
PROSTASIA PEST CONTROL SERVICES S.A. – Zairis informs you about the new legal obligations that apply from October 1, 2025 for every short-term rental accommodation (Airbnb, Booking, etc.).
What is required
- Mandatory pest control and rodent control certificate for all properties operating as short-term rental accommodations.
- Maintenance of a pest control & rodent control file with all relevant documents.
- The certificate must include:
- The accommodation details (address, owner/manager).
- The details of the certified company (licensing).
- Which areas were covered by the application (rooms, kitchen, shared areas).
- Which products were used (they must be approved).
- Date of application and validity period.
- Signature and stamp of the licensed scientist.
What inspections are carried out & penalties
- Inspections will be carried out by services of the Ministry of Tourism and joint teams of AADE.
- In case the specifications are not met, a fine is provided for (e.g. 5,000 euros or more) for the owner/manager.
Contact us:
- At PROSTASIA PEST CONTROL ZAIRIS, we undertake the complete pest control & rodent control applications in your premises.
- We undertake the issuance of the certificate with all the required details and the maintenance of the file (printed/digital).
- Inform your clients/guests that you have a certificate, in order to strengthen your credibility.
- If pest control was carried out a long time ago, repeat it – especially in tourist areas and during the summer season.
