France: New Council of State Ruling Clarifies VAT Rules for Furnished Rental Services

Furnished residential rentals in France are generally exempt from VAT, except when accompanied by hotel-like services.
The Council of State’s decision on November 12, 2025, clarified that for short stays (under 30 nights), at least three specific services must be provided for VAT to apply.
Occasional cleaning or providing a single set of linen before arrival is no longer sufficient; regular cleaning and linen renewal must be assessed case by case.
Digital reception methods (e.g., online check-in, secure key boxes) are acceptable if they provide real client orientation and information.
Operators must ensure services are genuinely provided and proportionate to the stay, with proper documentation to avoid VAT requalification.

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