Airbnb rules in Lisbon 2026: licensing, night caps, registration

Quick answer

Portugal's Alojamento Local (AL) regime requires a registration number on every listing. The 2023 Mais Habitação law paused new AL registrations in 'pressure zones' covering most of central Lisbon. Existing licences are renewable but no new ones are being issued in those zones.

Lisbon short-let rules at a glance

Licence requiredYes

Registration requiredYes

Host must be presentNo

Planning permission requiredNo

Annual night capNone

Regulatory riskHigh

Last verifiedJuly 2026

Worst-case scenario

Future government could revoke existing licences. If renewal is denied, the property reverts to long-term rental only.

How Lisbon's rules shape the market

There are currently 18,908 active short-term-rental listings operating in Lisbon (of 25,020 total). Median occupancy across those is 19.7%. The median nightly rate is £119.

FAQ

Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Lisbon?

Yes, Lisbon requires a license or permit to operate a short-term rental.

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Source: https://www.portaldofinanciamento.pt/legislacao/lei-56-2023-mais-habitacao · Last verified July 2026