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San Miguel de Allende short-term rental rules (2026)

Guanajuato State · Mexico
Conditional
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

San Miguel de Allende charges MXN 45,000 a year (2026) for the land-use permit a property needs to host guests.

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 San Miguel de Allende rules

14 rules on record for San Miguel de Allende, 3 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: congreso-gto.s3.amazonaws.com, checked 26 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in San Miguel de Allende?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. San Miguel de Allende charges MXN 45,000 a year (2026) for the land-use permit a property needs to host guests.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in San Miguel de Allende?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

When were the San Miguel de Allende rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for San Miguel de Allende on 26 Oct 2026.

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