Airbnb Regulations in Porto-Vecchio (2026)

Last verified: September 20, 2026

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120

days max/year

Yes

Registration

Yes

Change of use

Porto-Vecchio requires mandatory registration (deliberation n°24/133/TOUR of October 14, 2024, applicable January 1, 2025; online service opened April 1, 2025). 13-digit number starting with 2A247. Change of use required for secondary residences: temporary authorization valid 2 years. First authorizations expire December 31, 2026 - renewal requires a fresh application. Fine up to EUR 100,000 per unit for change of use without authorization (Housing Code art. L651-2).

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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

Your primary residence (where you live at least 8 months per year) can be rented as furnished tourist accommodation for a maximum of 120 days per year. The municipality can reduce this cap to 90 days by municipal council decision.

Secondary

Change of use: required · Compensation: no

Secondary residences in Porto-Vecchio require a change of use to be rented as tourist accommodation. Mandatory registration since April 1, 2025 via taxedesejour.portivechju.corsica. The change of use authorization is temporary: valid 2 years, expiring December 31, 2026 for the first authorizations issued in 2025. Renewal requires filing a new application with the municipality. A review of the scheme is scheduled for 2027. Fine up to EUR 100,000 per unit for change of use without authorization.

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.
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 20, 2026. Check official sources for the most recent information.

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FAQ

Can I rent my villa in Porto-Vecchio in summer?

Yes. Primary residence: 120 days maximum per year. Secondary residence: change of use required (deliberation 25-020-TOUR of February 10, 2025) - authorization valid 2 years. First authorizations expire December 31, 2026: a fresh application is required before continuing to rent. Municipal registration has been mandatory since April 1, 2025: your 13-digit number (starting with 2A247) must appear on all your listings. Fine up to EUR 100,000 per unit for change of use without authorization.

How do I register to rent a tourist rental in Porto-Vecchio?

Since April 1, 2025, registration is mandatory via taxedesejour.portivechju.corsica. Your 13-digit registration number (INSEE code 2A247) must appear on all your Airbnb listings. Official source: portivechju.corsica.

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