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Basel short-term rental rules (2026)

Switzerland
Conditional
Last updated: 2026-11-05  ·  Last verified: 2026-11-05  ·  Region: International
CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit. Charge CHF 4.20 per guest per night and report stays to the AWA (Airbnb collects the tax for its bookings).

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Licence
Not required

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7 rules on record for Basel, 7 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Basel?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Charge CHF 4.20 per guest per night and report stays to the AWA (Airbnb collects the tax for its bookings).

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

No short-term rental licence is required on our records.

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