June 11, 2026

Short-Term Rental Regulations In France 2025

Legal obligations in France

City registration

Required in cities of 200,000+ inhabitants. Get a registration number to display on all listings.

120-day limit

Primary residence: max 120 days/year for short-term rental.

Secondary residence

No day limit but may need change-of-use authorization in major cities.

Penalties

Up to €10,000 for exceeding 120 days. €5,000 for no registration.

With CapDirect

Display your registration number on your mini site for compliance.