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Reykjavik short-term rental rules (2026)

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

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 31 nights

Allowed, with material limits.

Reykjavík is focus of Iceland's STR restrictions due to housing crisis.

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

Night cap
90 days a year
Primary residence
Required

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ALLOWEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 31 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

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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 Reykjavik?

Yes, with material limits. Reykjavík is focus of Iceland's STR restrictions due to housing crisis.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Reykjavik?

Yes: 90 days a year.

Can I rent for longer stays in Reykjavik?

Stays of 31 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Reykjavik rules last checked?

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

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