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Montreal short-term rental rules (2026)

Quebec · Canada
Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 32 nights

Allowed, with material limits.

Dual provincial + municipal compliance makes Montreal one of Canada's more complex STR markets.

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

License
Required
Primary residence
Required
Fines
Up to $50,000

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ALLOWEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 32 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

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The full Montreal rules

17 rules on record for Montreal, 1 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: citq.qc.ca, checked 5 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Montreal?

Yes, with material limits. Dual provincial + municipal compliance makes Montreal one of Canada's more complex STR markets.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What are the penalties in Montreal?

Fines of up to $50,000 are on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Montreal?

Stays of 32 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Montreal rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Montreal on 5 Nov 2026.

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