Regulations and standards
Regulations and standards
General info
- Rules
Legal and regulatory issues Hosts should 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. - Rules
What 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… - Rules
Your local laws and taxes
We 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 policy
Can 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. - Rules
Is 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 Anti-Discrimination Policy and consult an lawyer f…
Property-specific info
- How-to
The Airbnb Resident Hosting programme
The Airbnb Resident Hosting programme gives building owners access to a customised Dashboard that shows when residents participating in the … - How-to
How should I talk to my building manager 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 … - Legal terms
Are 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-to
About Airbnb.org
Airbnb.org is an independent, publicly supported, non-profit organisation that partners with non-profits to provide people with emergency ho…
Region-specific info
- How-to
What'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. - Rules
Retired article 3042: Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Hosts and Listings in Mainland China
Hosts in mainland China must comply with local regulations and register or upload relevant documents and information to ensure the normal op… - How-to
I’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 terms
How do changes to the Japanese Hotels and Inns Act affect hosting on Airbnb?
Airbnb hosts are required to register their listing and display a licence number on their listing page. - Rules
Displaying information for business Hosts in Korea
To comply with Korean consumer protection law, Airbnb is required to collect and display certain information relating to business Hosts in t…