| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Restricted — rules apply |
| Permit / License Required | Yes — register with the city (free) |
| Tax Rate | National flat/progressive income tax; VAT 8% if business |
| Night / Day Cap | Day limits under discussion for Tri-City (Gdańsk/Gdynia/Sopot) |
| Permit Fee | Free registration |
| Penalties | Per incoming national framework (up to PLN 50,000 proposed) |
| Primary Residence Required | No |
Short-term rentals in Gdańsk, Pomerania are allowed but subject to significant restrictions under local regulations as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: Yes — register with the city (free). The associated permit fees are Free registration.
Short-term rental operators in Gdańsk should be aware of these tax obligations: National flat/progressive income tax; VAT 8% if business. Yes — comply with local taxation; income/VAT obligations.
Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Gdańsk include: Primary residence requirement: No. Rental day cap: Day limits under discussion for Tri-City (Gdańsk/Gdynia/Sopot).
Zoning considerations for short-term rentals in Gdańsk: Local heritage/old-town restrictions may apply. Insurance: No national mandate.
Hosts who fail to comply with Gdańsk's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. Per incoming national framework (up to PLN 50,000 proposed).
Platform obligations for services like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com operating in Gdańsk: Subject to incoming EU data-sharing and national register rules.
Apply for your STR permit or registration directly through the official government portal.
Official Source ↗Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Gdańsk but subject to restrictions. Hosts must comply with local permit requirements and zoning rules. Free city registration; must meet local health, safety and tax rules
Yes. Gdańsk requires the following for short-term rental operation: Yes — register with the city (free).
Short-term rental hosts in Gdańsk are subject to the following tax obligations: National flat/progressive income tax; VAT 8% if business.
Hosts who operate without proper permits in Gdańsk may face enforcement. Per incoming national framework (up to PLN 50,000 proposed).
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