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Norway nationwide short-term rental rules (2026)

Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Governed by Eierseksjonsloven (Condominium Act) and Burettslagslova (Housing Cooperative Act).

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)
Night cap
90 days a year

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NOT YET RESEARCHEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

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On the horizon

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The full Norway (nationwide) rules

16 rules on record for Norway (nationwide), 1 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: skatteetaten.no (official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Norway (nationwide)?

Yes, with material limits. Governed by Eierseksjonsloven (Condominium Act) and Burettslagslova (Housing Cooperative Act).

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Norway (nationwide)?

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 Norway (nationwide)?

Yes: 90 days a year.

When were the Norway (nationwide) rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Norway (nationwide) on 6 Nov 2026.

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