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Singapore nationwide short-term rental rules (2026)

Banned
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

BANNEDStays under 30 days

Stays under 30 days are prohibited in most or all of the area.

Short-term rental of homes is effectively banned in Singapore.

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 Singapore (nationwide) rules

15 rules on record for Singapore (nationwide). Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: ura.gov.sg (official), checked 17 Oct 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Singapore (nationwide)?

Mostly no. Short-term rental of homes is effectively banned in Singapore.

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

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

When were the Singapore (nationwide) rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Singapore (nationwide) on 17 Oct 2026.

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