Owning an apartment in Paris and offering it for short-term rental remains an attractive investment. However, 2026 marks a turning point for owners of a primary residence who wish to rent it out on a short-term basis.
Between the strict enforcement of the Le Meur law (in French) and the entry into force of European regulations in May 2026, the Parisian market now demands absolute rigor.
Do you feel overwhelmed by these new requirements? That’s perfectly understandable. The good news is that it’s still possible to rent out your property with peace of mind, provided you adopt the right strategy.
1. The 90-Day Rule
If you rent out your primary residence as a vacation rental in Paris, you should be aware that the number of permitted nights has changed.
The situation in 2026
The limit has been reduced from 120 days to a maximum of 90 days per year, effective as of January 1, 2025.
Why is this a significant strategic shift?
This new framework requires you to rethink your approach:
- Fewer available nights
- Higher demands on nightly rates
- Increased importance of property positioning
The key: maximizing every night
Rather than aiming for full occupancy at any cost, it becomes essential to target high-value-added clientele (premium tourism, international guests, business stays).
2. Taxation: classification becomes essential
Tax rules for furnished rentals have been significantly revised to curb abuse and restore market balance.
The new tax rules
- Unclassified furnished rentals
→ Tax deduction reduced to 30%
→ Cap: €15,000 per year - Classified furnished rentals (star-rated)
→ Tax deduction maintained at 50%
→ Cap: €77,700/year
Why is this crucial?
Without a classification, your profitability could drop sharply due to taxation. Furthermore, the amount of the tourist tax is significantly impacted, as we noted in this article.
Conclusion: classification is no longer an option—it’s a necessity.
It allows you to:
- optimize your tax liability
- enhance your credibility with travelers
- boost your property’s value on booking platforms
- reduce the amount of the tourist tax
3. May 2026: complete transparency under European regulations
The short-term rental market is entering a new era.
What do the new regulations say?
Here’s what will change in practice starting May 20, 2026:
- Automatic data reporting
Platforms will report the following directly:- Your income
- The number of overnight stays to tax authorities and city hall
- Stricter monitoring of listings
- Mandatory registration number
- Systematic verification
- Fines of up to €20,000 for non-compliance with these rules
What this means for property owners
It is no longer possible to “slip through the cracks.”
Compliance is now essential to continue renting without risk.
How can you continue to rent with peace of mind in Paris?
Despite stricter regulations, short-term rentals remain extremely profitable in Paris, provided that you:
✔ Obtain an official classification
✔ Fully comply with legal obligations
✔ Adopt professional management practices
In summary
The year 2026 does not mark the end of short-term rentals in Paris, but rather their professionalization.
Owners who adapt:
- secure their income
- avoid penalties
- take full advantage of a market that remains highly dynamic
Contact us for more information
If you are a property owner in Paris and would like to better understand the impact of these new regulations on your rental strategy, or optimize your income while remaining fully compliant, contact our team today.
We support you every step of the way, from ensuring compliance to optimizing profitability, so that you can continue to rent out your property with complete peace of mind.
