Regulations and standards
Regulations and standards
General info
- RulesWhat legal and regulatory issues should I consider before hosting on Airbnb?When deciding whether to become an Airbnb host, it's important for you to understand how the laws work in your city.
- RulesWhat regulations apply to my city?We don’t provide legal advice, but we do have some useful considerations that may help you better understand laws and regulations in your ju…
- RulesYour local laws and taxesWe want to help you get your hosting journey off to a great start, and that includes reviewing local laws and regulations when you list your…
- Community policyCan I choose to only host people of my own gender?It depends. You may make a listing available to only guests of your gender when you share living spaces with them.
- RulesIs placing restrictions based on a guest's age or familial status prohibited by law?Housing laws are complex and are applied differently in many cases. You can read Airbnb's Nondiscrimination Policy and consult an attorney f…
Property-specific info
- How-toAirbnb Resident Hosting programThe Airbnb Resident Hosting program gives building owners access to a customized dashboard that shows when residents participating in the pr…
- How-toHow should I talk to my landlord about hosting on Airbnb?Let your landlord know how Airbnb is a community built on trust, with trust and safety resources. We have some tips to help you both get on …
- RulesAre there any restrictions about what can be listed as a place to stay?Airbnb welcomes many different kinds of listings on our site as long as they meet our criteria.
- How-toDoes my space qualify to host Frontline stays for COVID-19 responders?To host COVID-19 responders, your space needs to be an entire place with no shared essential amenities, such as a bathroom or a kitchen.
Region-specific info
- How-toI’d like to create a listing or add a payout method in China, what do I need to know?Chinese government agencies require Airbnb China to disclose host and listing information relating to China listings.
- How-toWhat's the registration process for landlords in Xi'an?Find out more about the registration process for Chinese hosts in Xi'an who are currently working on the Airbnb platform.
- RulesLegal and Regulatory Requirements for Hosts and Listings in Mainland ChinaHosts in mainland China must comply with local regulations and register or upload relevant documents and information to ensure the normal op…
- How-toI’m a host in India. What should I expect from the host verification process with AuthBridge?The verification process requires some basic information, including your name, current address, and a copy of your PAN card or passport.
- Legal termsHow do changes to the Japanese Hotels and Inns Act affect hosting on Airbnb?Airbnb hosts are required to register their listing and display a license number on their listing page.
- RulesDisplaying information for business hosts in KoreaTo comply with Korean consumer protection law, Airbnb is required to collect and display certain information relating to business hosts in t…