Sarnia

Ontario · Canada
Restricted
Last updated: 2026-10-26  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-25  ·  Region: International
RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits. Sarnia requires an annual short-term accommodation licence ($173.25 new, $123 renewal) with a fire inspection.

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Tax on stays
17%
total, on our records
Licence
Required
Night cap
180 days a year
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13 rules on record for Sarnia, 7 of them from government sources. Every rule linked to its source.

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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Sarnia?

Yes, with material limits. Sarnia requires an annual short-term accommodation licence ($173.25 new, $123 renewal) with a fire inspection.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Sarnia?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Sarnia?

17% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Sarnia?

Yes: 180 days a year.

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