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Reykjavík (Capital Region) short-term rental rules (2026)

Capital Region · Iceland
Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Targets downtown buildings converted entirely into tourist accommodation.

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

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The full Reykjavík (Capital Region) rules

16 rules on record for Reykjavík (Capital Region), 2 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Reykjavík (Capital Region)?

Yes, with material limits. Targets downtown buildings converted entirely into tourist accommodation.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Reykjavík (Capital Region)?

Yes: 90 nights a year.

When were the Reykjavík (Capital Region) rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Reykjavík (Capital Region) on 6 Nov 2026.

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