Canary Islands Volcanic Eruption Housing Aid Program

Overview

The Canary Islands government continues its efforts to support residents affected by the La Palma volcanic eruption through targeted housing aid.

Since 2022, nearly 4.3 million euros have been allocated to help families rent temporary accommodations after their homes were destroyed or became uninhabitable. Most recently, in August 2025, authorities approved an additional 500,000 euros to fund these emergency rental assistance programs.

Program Details

• The aid program allows eligible families in municipalities like Tazacorte, El Paso, and Los Llanos de Aridane to receive financial help.
• Support is provided for a maximum of 36 months, with extensions possible based on ongoing needs.
• The funding covers rent differences, especially for those who have lost their homes or cannot safely occupy their current residences due to damage or residual hazards.

Beneficiaries and Process

• Beneficiaries are automatically registered if they are recorded in the affected persons' registry, streamlining access to support without the need for a new application.
• Payments are made quarterly upon receipt of proof of rent payments, with an initial advance for the first four months.

Purpose and Goals

"This initiative highlights the government’s commitment to aiding recovery and ensuring that families displaced by natural disasters have a safe place to live while repairs or reconstruction are planned."

• The overall aim is to stabilize the housing situation for hundreds of families in the affected areas.
• The program helps families regain a sense of normalcy amid ongoing recovery efforts.