Hainan Province

Hainan · China
Conditional
Last updated: 2026-10-27  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-27  ·  Region: International
CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit. Hainan's lodging law of 2012, still in force and never amended, treats a resident who lets spare rooms by the night as a family hotel.

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Is Airbnb legal in Hainan Province?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Hainan's lodging law of 2012, still in force and never amended, treats a resident who lets spare rooms by the night as a family hotel.

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

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

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