Insight
From May 20, 2026, hosts must register their properties with national authorities and obtain a unique identification number, which must be displayed on listings across online platforms.
EU short-term rental data rules come into force tomorrow
Summary
Starting tomorrow, May 20, 2026, new EU regulations require short-term rental hosts to register properties and display unique identification numbers on platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. Platforms must also share rental data with authorities. Local governments will still control restrictions like caps and bans. This aims to improve transparency and local authority oversight.
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