‹ India

Kerala statewide short-term rental rules (2026)

Kerala · India
Conditional
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

In Kerala a homestay needs Department of Tourism classification, which a government committee grants after inspection and can refuse.

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)

Not yet researched for this place.

Ask us to research longer stays here →

Browse all 16 STR regulations in India →

The full Kerala (Statewide) rules

17 rules on record for Kerala (Statewide). Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

Free account includes full rules for one place, with change alerts. Full report $39 · See a sample. For a lender or insurer: rules summary for one address, $29, free with the report. Already have an account? Sign in.

Source: keralatourism.org (official), checked 25 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Kerala (Statewide)?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. In Kerala a homestay needs Department of Tourism classification, which a government committee grants after inspection and can refuse.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Kerala (Statewide)?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

When were the Kerala (Statewide) rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Kerala (Statewide) on 25 Oct 2026.

Search 5,120+ places

LawfulStay tracks short-term rental rules for 5,120+ places, with every rule traced to its official source.

Search the database →