Panama City

Florida · United States
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These rules apply inside Panama City city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Last updated: 2026-10-26  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-26  ·  Region: US
ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve. The City of Panama City (not Panama City Beach) requires a city merchant business tax receipt, a Bay County tourist tax account and a DBPR license, and allows short-term rentals only in listed zoning districts, which…

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Licence
Required
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $1,000
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Is Airbnb legal in Panama City?

Yes. The City of Panama City (not Panama City Beach) requires a city merchant business tax receipt, a Bay County tourist tax account and a DBPR license, and allows short-term rentals only in listed zoning districts, which…

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

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Panama City?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Panama City?

Fines of up to $1,000 are on record.

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