Airbnb Regulations in Lyon (2026)

Last verified: January 15, 2026

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.

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, 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). The authorization is temporary and must be renewed.

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
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 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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