Stuttgart

Germany
Conditional
Last updated: 2026-10-10  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-13  ·  Region: International

At a Glance — Stuttgart Airbnb & STR Rules

RuleDetails
Regulatory StatusConditional
Permit / License RequiredYes. Every unit offered to changing guests (holiday flat, Monteurswohnung) needs a city registration number before it is advertised, whether or not a
Tax RateÜbernachtungssteuer of EUR 3 per person per night from 1 July 2026. Business stays are taxed too. Minors and school groups are exempt.
Night / Day CapNo absolute cap. Under the Baden-Württemberg law, holiday letting for a total of 10 weeks or more in a calendar year counts as a change of use that ne
Permit FeeThe registration number is free. Permit fees: Unknown.
PenaltiesUnder the Baden-Württemberg law: up to EUR 100,000 for using housing for another purpose without a permit, and up to EUR 50,000 for breaking the regis
Primary Residence RequiredNo primary-residence-only rule found. An Airbnb help page says a host renting out their main residence is generally entitled to a permit, but no city
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Stuttgart Airbnb & Vacation Rental Regulation Overview

Stuttgart Short-Term Rental Regulations Overview

Short-term rental regulations in Stuttgart have a status of Conditional as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: Yes. Every unit offered to changing guests (holiday flat, Monteurswohnung) needs a city registration number before it is advertised, whether or not a permit is needed. A Zweckentfremdung permit is als. The associated permit fees are The registration number is free. Permit fees: Unknown..

Tax Requirements for Airbnb Hosts in Stuttgart

Short-term rental operators in Stuttgart should be aware of these tax obligations: Übernachtungssteuer of EUR 3 per person per night from 1 July 2026. Business stays are taxed too. Minors and school groups are exempt.. Yes. Operators, including private hosts on online platforms, owe the city Übernachtungssteuer and file quarterly, digitally..

Hosting Rules and Restrictions in Stuttgart

Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Stuttgart include: Primary residence requirement: No primary-residence-only rule found. An Airbnb help page says a host renting out their main residence is generally enti. Rental day cap: No absolute cap. Under the Baden-Württemberg law, holiday letting for a total of 10 weeks or more in a calendar year cou.

Zoning and Location Requirements in Stuttgart

Zoning considerations for short-term rentals in Stuttgart: A legal guide says a permanent holiday flat also needs building-law approval for the change of use (baurechtliche Nutzungsänderung). No official source found, so not confirmed.. Density rules: Not yet researched. Insurance: Not yet researched.

Penalties for Non-Compliance in Stuttgart

Hosts who fail to comply with Stuttgart's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. Under the Baden-Württemberg law: up to EUR 100,000 for using housing for another purpose without a permit, and up to EUR 50,000 for breaking the registration, notice or information duties..

Platform Obligations in Stuttgart

Platform obligations for services like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com operating in Stuttgart: The registration number must be shown, clearly visible, in every offer and advertisement..

Full Regulatory Details

Regulatory Status
Conditional
License / Registration
Yes. Every unit offered to changing guests (holiday flat, Monteurswohnung) needs a city registration number before it is advertised, whether or not a permit is needed. A Zweckentfremdung permit is also required once holiday letting passes 10 weeks per calendar year.
Tax Registration
Yes. Operators, including private hosts on online platforms, owe the city Übernachtungssteuer and file quarterly, digitally.
Permit Fee
The registration number is free. Permit fees: Unknown.
Primary Residence Rule
No primary-residence-only rule found. An Airbnb help page says a host renting out their main residence is generally entitled to a permit, but no city or state source confirms this.
Night / Day Cap
No absolute cap. Under the Baden-Württemberg law, holiday letting for a total of 10 weeks or more in a calendar year counts as a change of use that needs a permit.
Tax Rate
Übernachtungssteuer of EUR 3 per person per night from 1 July 2026. Business stays are taxed too. Minors and school groups are exempt.
Zoning Restrictions
A legal guide says a permanent holiday flat also needs building-law approval for the change of use (baurechtliche Nutzungsänderung). No official source found, so not confirmed.
Density Rules
Not yet researched
Insurance Required
Not yet researched
Platform Obligations
The registration number must be shown, clearly visible, in every offer and advertisement.
Compliance Notes
Stuttgart bans converting homes to other uses (Zweckentfremdungsverbot), and the ban has been extended to 31 December 2030. Get the free registration number before listing and show it in every ad. Letting a home to tourists for 10 weeks or more a year needs a permit. Since 1 July 2026 hosts also collect EUR 3 per guest per night in Übernachtungssteuer and pay it to the city every quarter.
Effective Date
2026-07-01
Key Notes
Free registration number required for all holiday lets; permit needed from 10 weeks per year; EUR 3 per person per night overnight tax since 1 July 2026.
Penalties
Under the Baden-Württemberg law: up to EUR 100,000 for using housing for another purpose without a permit, and up to EUR 50,000 for breaking the registration, notice or information duties.
Additional Context
The ordinance (ZwEVS) has applied since 1 January 2016. Under the 2021 changes to the state law (in force 16 February 2021), cities may require registration. The council adopted the overnight tax ordinance on 26 February 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Airbnb legal in Stuttgart?

Short-term rental regulations in Stuttgart have a status of: Conditional. Stuttgart bans converting homes to other uses (Zweckentfremdungsverbot), and the ban has been extended to 31 December 2030. Get the free registration number before listing and show it in every ad. Let

Do you need a permit for Airbnb in Stuttgart?

Yes. Stuttgart requires the following for short-term rental operation: Yes. Every unit offered to changing guests (holiday flat, Monteurswohnung) needs a city registration number before it is advertised, whether or not a permit is needed. A Zweckentfremdung permit is also required once holiday letting passes 10 weeks per calendar year..

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Stuttgart?

Short-term rental hosts in Stuttgart are subject to the following tax obligations: Übernachtungssteuer of EUR 3 per person per night from 1 July 2026. Business stays are taxed too. Minors and school groups are exempt..

What are the penalties for illegal Airbnb hosting in Stuttgart?

Hosts who operate without proper permits in Stuttgart may face enforcement. Under the Baden-Württemberg law: up to EUR 100,000 for using housing for another purpose without a permit, and up to EUR 50,000 for breaking the registration, notice or information duties..

What are the key STR compliance requirements in Stuttgart?

Free registration number required for all holiday lets; permit needed from 10 weeks per year; EUR 3 per person per night overnight tax since 1 July 2026.

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