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Beijing short-term rental rules (2026)

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Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Beijing's 2020 short-term rental notice (京建法〔2020〕12号, in force 1 February 2021, marked in force on beijing.gov.cn) bans short-term rentals in the capital core area.

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

Licence
Not required
Primary residence
Not required

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Source: beijing.gov.cn (official), checked 26 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Beijing?

Yes, with material limits. Beijing's 2020 short-term rental notice (京建法〔2020〕12号, in force 1 February 2021, marked in force on beijing.gov.cn) bans short-term rentals in the capital core area.

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

No short-term rental licence is required on our records.

When were the Beijing rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Beijing on 26 Oct 2026.

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