European countries implement stricter regulations on short-term rentals to manage housing shortages and control tourism.
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New regulations in Lithuania and across Europe require all renters to register on a digital platform and obtain a unique identification number, which must be displayed in listings. Rental platforms will be obligated to share data with local authorities, aiming to regulate the market, manage restrictions, and standardize rental conditions across the EU. In Lithuania, these changes are welcomed as promoting social justice and consumer safety. In Italy, stricter tax sanctions and administrative rules are being implemented, with higher taxes for multiple properties, aiming to limit short-term rentals. Greece has a less stringent system, with regulations primarily introduced in 2025, and VAT exemptions for single or dual rentals, though new construction restrictions exist in central Athens. Spain is preparing to introduce a significant fiscal measure, a 21% VAT on short-term tourist rentals under 30 days, alongside mandatory digital registration for all properties. Austria has already implemented stricter rules since July 2024, limiting tourist rentals to a maximum of 90 days per year, to address issues like illegal rentals and associated problems.
