Airbnb Regulations in Bordeaux (2026)

Last verified: January 15, 2026

days max/year

Yes

Registration

Yes

Change of use

Bordeaux enforces a 90-day/year limit since January 2026. Registration is mandatory. Change of use with compensation for secondary residences. Tourist tax at 7.2%.

Registration requirements

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City hall registration — Mandatory in municipalities over 200,000 inhabitants and in high-demand areas. You receive a 13-digit registration number to display on your listing.
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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) — From January 1, 2028, properties rated F and G will be banned from tourist rental. Class E banned from 2034.

Primary vs secondary residence

Primary

90 d/yr

Since January 1, 2026, Bordeaux applies a 90-day per year cap for primary residences (lowered by municipal decision).

Secondary

Change of use: required · Compensation: yes

Renting secondary residences in Bordeaux requires a change of use with compensation. Rules are particularly strict in the city center and UNESCO area.

Taxation

Tourist tax: 7,2% (plafond ~6,91 EUR)

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

Tourist tax in Bordeaux is 7.2% of the nightly rate, capped at approximately EUR 6.91 per night per person. One of the highest rates in France.

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
Complete your registration and obtain your 13-digit registration number. From May 20, 2026, use the national platform.
3
Display number on your listings
Add your registration number on all platforms (Airbnb, Booking, Vrbo, etc.).
4
Obtain energy certificate
Get an Energy Performance Certificate. Classes F and G will be banned from 2028.
5
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	5 000 EUR	Fine for the host who does not register their tourist accommodation with city hall.
Exceeding 120 days	10 000 EUR	Fine for exceeding the primary residence rental day cap.
False primary residence declaration	20 000 EUR	Fine for falsely declaring primary residence status.
Unauthorized change of use	50 000 EUR	Fine for renting a secondary residence without change-of-use authorization (where required).
Platform not displaying registration number	12 500 EUR par annonce	Fine for the platform publishing a listing without a valid registration number.

Official sources

Last verified: January 15, 2026. Check official sources for the most recent information.

FAQ

How many days can I rent on Airbnb in Bordeaux?

Since January 2026, 90 days per year maximum for primary residences. Secondary residences require a change of use with compensation.

What is the tourist tax in Bordeaux?

The tourist tax is 7.2% of the nightly rate, capped at approximately EUR 6.91. Bordeaux has one of the highest rates in France.

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