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Oranjestad short-term rental rules (2026)

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Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Aruba's government has frozen growth in vacation rentals: its interim policy, announced 16 October 2026, prohibits opening new rentals, adding units or expanding existing properties.

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Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

NOT YET RESEARCHEDStays of 30+ nights

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The full Oranjestad rules

17 rules on record for Oranjestad. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: gobierno.aw (official), checked 25 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Oranjestad?

Yes, with material limits. Aruba's government has frozen growth in vacation rentals: its interim policy, announced 16 October 2026, prohibits opening new rentals, adding units or expanding existing properties.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Oranjestad?

No night cap is on record.

When were the Oranjestad rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Oranjestad on 25 Oct 2026.

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