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Aqaba short-term rental rules (2026)

Aqaba Governorate · Jordan
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Market overview

ACTIVEStays under 30 days

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

Distinct from national baseline because the Aqaba Special Economic Zone has its own property and letting regime.

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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Source: expatfocus.com, checked 30 Jul 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Aqaba?

Yes. Distinct from national baseline because the Aqaba Special Economic Zone has its own property and letting regime.

When were the Aqaba rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Aqaba on 30 Jul 2026.

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