In Colombia, most apartments in horizontal property regimes cannot be rented for less than 30 days unless the building’s bylaws expressly permit it and the property holds a valid tourism license issued by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (Registro Nacional de Turismo – RNT).
About 95% of buildings do not have this license, making short-term daily rentals illegal without authorization, which can lead to legal sanctions, conflicts with building administration, and neighbor complaints. Since 2022, Airbnb requires hosts to display an active RNT registration to list properties legally.
To protect your investment, always verify the building’s rental policies and ensure the property is legal for short-term tourist rentals before purchasing. Consulting with a legal expert is highly recommended to avoid regulatory risks when buy property in colombia.