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Utrecht short-term rental rules (2026)

Utrecht Province · Netherlands
Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

60-night/year cap; primary residence only; max 6-8 guests.

Why do places restrict rentals?

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

Licence
None
but hosts must register (for tax)
Primary residence
Required
Night cap
60 nights a year

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Guest registration

In the Netherlands, whether hosts must record or report guests depends on the region, the city or the type of host.

Not legal advice. What is recorded, and whether it is sent or kept for inspection: see the rule in all 27 EU countries.

The full Utrecht rules

14 rules on record for Utrecht, 4 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Utrecht?

Yes, with material limits. 60-night/year cap; primary residence only; max 6-8 guests.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Utrecht?

No short-term rental licence is needed, but hosts must register, for the local tax, before they start. The full rules say how.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Utrecht?

Yes: 60 nights a year.

Do hosts in Utrecht have to register their guests?

In the Netherlands, whether hosts must record or report guests depends on the region, the city or the type of host.

When were the Utrecht rules last checked?

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

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