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Is Airbnb and short-term renting actually legal in Dubai?
Yes, it's legal – but only for licensed properties.
Legal Framework
Airbnb and other platforms work in Dubai within the framework set by DET: each holiday home must have a valid permit and meet safety and quality standards.
How to Identify Compliant Properties
When you book a place that clearly shows a Dubai holiday home permit number and is operated by a recognized company, you're in the "official, compliant" part of the market.
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