Airbnb Regulations in Lyon (2026)

Last verified: September 21, 2026

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days max/year

Yes

Registration

Yes

Change of use

Since January 2026, Lyon limits primary residence rental to 90 days/year. Registration is mandatory. Secondary residences require a change of use with strict compensation in the city center.

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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

90 d/yr

Since January 1, 2026, Lyon applies a 90-day per year cap for primary residences (lowered by municipal decision). Platforms automatically block beyond this.

Secondary

Change of use: required · Compensation: yes

A change of use is mandatory for secondary residences. Compensation is particularly strict in the city center (Presqu'ile, Vieux-Lyon). For individuals, the authorization is temporary, valid 9 years and not renewable. Legal entities must compensate from the first sqm. Outside the city center, units of 35 sqm or more must also compensate from the first sqm, with the same surface in the same arrondissement (lyon.fr).

Taxation

Tourist tax: 5% + 10% additionnel (plafond ~5,39 EUR)

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

Tourist tax in Lyon is 5% of the pre-tax price, plus 10% additional departmental tax, capped at approximately EUR 5.39 per night per person. 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.
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	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 21, 2026. Check official sources for the most recent information.

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FAQ

How many days can I rent my apartment in Lyon on Airbnb?

Since January 2026, the limit is 90 days per year for primary residences in Lyon. Secondary residences have no day limit but require a change of use.

Is a change-of-use authorization needed in Lyon?

Yes, for secondary residences. Compensation is strict in Lyon's city center (Presqu'ile, Vieux-Lyon). Contact the Lyon Metropolis to learn about the procedures.

What is the tourist tax in Lyon?

The tourist tax in Lyon is 5% plus 10% additional departmental tax, capped at approximately EUR 5.39 per night. It is collected automatically by platforms.

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