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San Andrés (Archipelago) short-term rental rules (2026)

San Andrés, Providencia y Santa Catalina · Colombia
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Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

Airbnb specifies hosts must register and obtain permission from the Tourism Secretariat for properties in the archipelago.

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

NOT YET RESEARCHEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

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On the horizon

Proposals and rules that are not in force yet. They don’t change San Andrés (Archipelago)’s status above until they take effect.

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The full San Andrés (Archipelago) rules

13 rules on record for San Andrés (Archipelago), 4 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: secretariasenado.gov.co (official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in San Andrés (Archipelago)?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Airbnb specifies hosts must register and obtain permission from the Tourism Secretariat for properties in the archipelago.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in San Andrés (Archipelago)?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

When were the San Andrés (Archipelago) rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for San Andrés (Archipelago) on 6 Nov 2026.

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