Airbnb Regulations in Bayonne (2026)

Last verified: September 23, 2026

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120

days max/year

Yes

Registration

Yes

Change of use

Bayonne is one of 24 tension-zone communes in the Communauté d'Agglomération Pays Basque. Mandatory registration (13-digit number). Change of use with mandatory compensation for secondary residences since March 1, 2023 (CA Pays Basque règlement, amended September 27, 2025). DPE A-E rating required (loi Le Meur n°2024-1039, art. L631-7-1 A du CCH). Fine up to EUR 100,000 per irregular property.

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Registration requirements

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City hall registration — Since May 20, 2026, prior declaration for registration is mandatory for every furnished tourist rental, including primary residences, in every municipality (Tourism Code art. L324-1-1). Check the applicable online service with the municipality until the national portal opens.
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Registration number — The registration number must appear on all your listings (Airbnb, Booking, etc.). Platforms are required to verify it.
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Energy Performance Certificate (DPE) — For properties requiring a change-of-use permit (secondary residences), a DPE rated between A and E is required to obtain the authorization (Housing Code art. L631-7-1 A, loi Le Meur), then between A and D from 2034. From January 1, 2034, every furnished tourist rental that is not the host's primary residence must meet decent-housing energy standards (Tourism Code art. L324-2-2). No DPE is required for a primary residence.

Primary vs secondary residence

Primary

120 d/yr

Primary residences may be rented short-term up to 120 days per year. Online registration mandatory (13-digit number to display on all listings). Two exemptions from compensation: mixed rental (9-month student lease + 3 months tourist) and primary residence (one property per owner, 2-year authorization).

Secondary

Change of use: required · Compensation: yes

Bayonne is in a tension zone (CA Pays Basque). Since March 1, 2023, any change of use of a dwelling to a tourist rental requires authorization with mandatory compensation: transforming a non-residential space (office, retail, warehouse) into housing of at least equivalent surface in the same commune. Règlement adopted March 5, 2022 by CA Pays Basque, amended July 9, 2022 and September 27, 2025. DPE requirement: the property must have an energy performance rating of A to E (classes F and G prohibited since November 21, 2024, loi Le Meur n°2024-1039, art. L631-7-1 A du CCH). From January 1, 2034, only properties rated A to D will be eligible. Fine: up to EUR 100,000 per irregularly converted property.

Taxation

Tourist tax: 1-5%

Micro-BIC: 50% (classés) / 30% (non classés)

Furnished rental income is declared under micro-BIC regime or actual expenses. Since loi Le Meur (n°2024-1039): 50% allowance for classified tourist furnished rentals, 30% for non-classified (€15,000 cap). Tourist tax is collected automatically by platforms.

Compliance checklist

1
Check your property status
Determine if it is your primary residence (8+ months/year) or secondary. Rules differ considerably.
2
Register with city hall
Declare your rental and obtain your registration number. The national online service has been mandatory since May 20, 2026, but the host portal (DGE) is announced for Q4 2026: until then, follow your city hall's procedure.
3
Display number on your listings
Add your registration number on all platforms (Airbnb, Booking, Vrbo, etc.).
4
Obtain energy certificate
If your property is a secondary residence subject to change-of-use, obtain a DPE: a DPE rated A to E is required for the authorization (Housing Code art. L631-7-1 A). For a primary residence, a DPE is not required at registration.
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Declare your income
Declare your rental income under BIC (micro-BIC or actual). Tourist tax is collected by platforms.

Fines

Offense	Fine	Details
Failure to register	10 000 EUR max	Fine for the host who does not declare their tourist rental (Tourism Code art. L324-1-1).
Exceeding the day cap	15 000 EUR max	Fine for renting a primary residence beyond the annual cap that applies in the municipality (Tourism Code art. L324-1-1).
False declaration or registration number	20 000 EUR max	Fine for a false declaration (including primary residence status) or a fake registration number (Tourism Code art. L324-1-1).
Unauthorized change of use	100 000 EUR max	Civil fine per unit converted without authorization where one is required, plus a penalty of up to EUR 1,000 per day per m² (Housing Code art. L651-2).
Listing without registration number (platform)	12 500 EUR max par meublé	Fine for the platform publishing a listing without a valid registration number, per property (Tourism Code art. L324-2-1).

Official sources

Last verified: September 23, 2026. Check official sources for the most recent information.

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FAQ

How many days can I rent my property in Bayonne?

120 days per year for primary residences. For secondary residences, a change of use with mandatory compensation has been required since March 1, 2023 (CA Pays Basque, tension zone). Mandatory registration (13-digit number).

Does Bayonne require a DPE for short-term rentals?

Yes, for properties requiring change of use (tension zone). Loi Le Meur (n°2024-1039, art. L631-7-1 A du CCH) requires a DPE rated A to E since November 21, 2024. Classes F and G are prohibited. From January 1, 2034, only properties rated A to D will be eligible.

What compensation is required in Bayonne to rent a secondary residence short-term?

The owner must convert a non-residential space (office, retail, warehouse) into housing of at least equivalent surface, located in the same commune. This requirement is set by the CA Pays Basque règlement (adopted March 5, 2022, amended July 9, 2022 and September 27, 2025). The fine for non-compliance can reach EUR 100,000 per property.

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