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Cundinamarca · Colombia
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Last updated: 2026-07-08  ·  Last verified: 2026-07-08  ·  Region: International

At a Glance — Bogota Airbnb & STR Rules

RuleDetails
Regulatory StatusPermitted with registration
Permit / License RequiredYes — mandatory Registro Nacional de Turismo (RNT) registration required under Ley 2068 de 2020 for all STRs under 30 days. Annual renewal January 1-M
Tax Rate19% IVA (VAT) for hosts classified as IVA-responsible. ICA local industry tax applies. FONTUR parafiscal contribution required.
Night / Day CapNone nationally; building-level condo rules may restrict
Minimum StayNone nationally; buildings may impose 30-day minimum
Permit FeeRNT registration fee via Confecamaras/Chamber of Commerce
PenaltiesRNT cancellation; fines; platform delisting
Primary Residence RequiredNo
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Bogota Airbnb & Vacation Rental Regulation Overview

Bogota Short-Term Rental Regulations Overview

Short-term rental operations in Bogota, Cundinamarca are permitted under an active regulatory framework as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: Yes — mandatory Registro Nacional de Turismo (RNT) registration required under Ley 2068 de 2020 for all STRs under 30 days. Annual renewal January 1-March 31. RNT number must be displayed on all platf. The associated permit fees are RNT registration fee via Confecamaras/Chamber of Commerce.

Tax Requirements for Airbnb Hosts in Bogota

Short-term rental operators in Bogota should be aware of these tax obligations: 19% IVA (VAT) for hosts classified as IVA-responsible. ICA local industry tax applies. FONTUR parafiscal contribution required..

Hosting Rules and Restrictions in Bogota

Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Bogota include: Primary residence requirement: No. Rental day cap: None nationally; building-level condo rules may restrict. Minimum stay: None nationally; buildings may impose 30-day minimum.

Zoning and Location Requirements in Bogota

Zoning considerations for short-term rentals in Bogota: Building-level horizontal property rules (Ley 675/2001) can restrict STRs under 30 days in residential buildings. Chapinero and Chico neighborhoods have strict building-level enforcement.. Density rules: None nationally.

Penalties for Non-Compliance in Bogota

Hosts who fail to comply with Bogota's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. RNT cancellation; fines; platform delisting.

Platform Obligations in Bogota

Platform obligations for services like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com operating in Bogota: Yes — draft decree proposes platforms must verify RNT, interconnect with SVCRNT system, remove non-compliant listings within 30 days.

Full Regulatory Details

Regulatory Status
Active
License / Registration
Yes — mandatory Registro Nacional de Turismo (RNT) registration required under Ley 2068 de 2020 for all STRs under 30 days. Annual renewal January 1-March 31. RNT number must be displayed on all platform listings.
Tax Registration
Yes
Permit Fee
RNT registration fee via Confecamaras/Chamber of Commerce
Primary Residence Rule
No
Night / Day Cap
None nationally; building-level condo rules may restrict
Tax Rate
19% IVA (VAT) for hosts classified as IVA-responsible. ICA local industry tax applies. FONTUR parafiscal contribution required.
Zoning Restrictions
Building-level horizontal property rules (Ley 675/2001) can restrict STRs under 30 days in residential buildings. Chapinero and Chico neighborhoods have strict building-level enforcement.
Minimum Stay
None nationally; buildings may impose 30-day minimum
Density Rules
None nationally
Platform Obligations
Yes — draft decree proposes platforms must verify RNT, interconnect with SVCRNT system, remove non-compliant listings within 30 days
Compliance Notes
Only 11% of Bogota listings display legal RNT registration as of 2026. Government crackdown intensifying — draft decree published January 2026 proposes real-time verification system (SVCRNT). Bogota authorities carrying out surprise closures. Gentrification concerns in Chapinero driving community opposition.
Effective Date
Ley 2068 de 2020; draft decree January 2026
Key Notes
Second largest STR market in Colombia with 22,000+ listings. Major compliance gap — only 11% display RNT. Draft decree January 2026 would dramatically increase enforcement.
Penalties
RNT cancellation; fines; platform delisting
Additional Context
Colombia STR market generated COP 10.6 trillion economic impact in 2024. 95% of formally registered hosts nationally but compliance gaps persist in Bogota.
Sources
medellinadvisors.com (Jan 2026)
bloomberglinea.com (Jan 2026)
thelatinvestor.com/colombia-airbnb (2026)
lodgecompliance.com/countries/colombia
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Airbnb legal in Bogota?

Yes, Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Bogota with proper registration and permits. Only 11% of Bogota listings display legal RNT registration as of 2026. Government crackdown intensifying — draft decree published January 2026 proposes real-time verification system (SVCRNT). Bogota a

Do you need a permit for Airbnb in Bogota?

Yes. Bogota requires the following for short-term rental operation: Yes — mandatory Registro Nacional de Turismo (RNT) registration required under Ley 2068 de 2020 for all STRs under 30 days. Annual renewal January 1-March 31. RNT number must be displayed on all platform listings..

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bogota?

Short-term rental hosts in Bogota are subject to the following tax obligations: 19% IVA (VAT) for hosts classified as IVA-responsible. ICA local industry tax applies. FONTUR parafiscal contribution required..

What are the penalties for illegal Airbnb hosting in Bogota?

Hosts who operate without proper permits in Bogota may face enforcement. RNT cancellation; fines; platform delisting.

What are the key STR compliance requirements in Bogota?

Second largest STR market in Colombia with 22,000+ listings. Major compliance gap — only 11% display RNT. Draft decree January 2026 would dramatically increase enforcement.

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