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Santo Domingo short-term rental rules (2026)

Nacional · Dominican Republic
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Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve.

This record covers the Distrito Nacional (the city of Santo Domingo de Guzmán).

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

Licence
None
but hosts must register (for tax)
Primary residence
Not required

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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Santo Domingo?

Yes. This record covers the Distrito Nacional (the city of Santo Domingo de Guzmán).

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

No short-term rental licence is needed, but hosts must register, for the local tax, before they start. The full rules say how.

When were the Santo Domingo rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Santo Domingo on 6 Nov 2026.

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