Listing on Airbnb: Minimum Requirements for Your Accommodation to Be Accepted
Avoid automatic rejections and improve your property's visibility by meeting Airbnb's key requirements.
Airbnb uses an automatic system that rejects listings not meeting certain basic standards. This can be frustrating, especially if you've spent time setting up your accommodation. But don't worry: with this guide, you'll know exactly what you need to pass that initial filter and ensure your listing is published smoothly.
✅ Minimum Requirements You Must Meet on Airbnb
Airbnb automatically checks if a listing meets the following criteria. If you don't meet them, the property will be automatically rejected and won't be published.
1. Occupancy Rules
Must have defined occupancy rules at least 1 year in advance.
2. Photographs
At least 7 photos.
Minimum resolution: 1024x683 pixels.
Recommended resolution: 72 dpi.
🟢 Helpful Tip: Use clear and well-lit images. If you can, invest in professional photos; they make a big difference.
3. Features
Include at least 5 features (e.g., WiFi, kitchen, heating, air conditioning, etc.).
4. Accommodation Description
The “Description” section must have at least 50 characters.
⚠️ Pay Attention to Details: Make sure to describe the experience, not just the features. Example: “Perfect for remote work with good natural light” conveys more than “work desk available.”
5. Calendar Availability
Your accommodation must have at least 30 days available within a 12-month period.
6. Listing Title
Between 8 and 50 characters.
No emojis, symbols, or all-caps words.
🛠️ Our system automatically removes emojis, symbols, and converts the first letter of each word to lowercase to comply with Airbnb policies.
❌ Common Mistake: Using titles like “🏖️ FANTASTIC BEACH APARTMENT!!!”. Airbnb automatically rejects it.
✅ Better: “Bright apartment near the sea”.
📝 Step by Step: How to Check if Your Listing Meets the Requirements
Access your property from the Channel Manager.
Verify that the title is between 8 and 50 characters without symbols.
Make sure you've uploaded at least 7 photos with good resolution.
Check the description: it must have more than 50 characters.
Add at least 5 amenities to the property listing.
Ensure the calendar has at least 30 days available.
Check that the occupancy rules are correctly defined.
📋 Quick Checklist
Correct title
7 photos minimum
5 amenities added
Description > 50 characters
Calendar with 30 days available
Occupancy rules set
🧭 What If My Property Doesn't Meet These Requirements?
It won't be published until you adjust the information. In that case:
Review the property listing from your Channel Manager.
Correct the fields the system identifies as necessary.
Save the changes and wait for the new synchronization with Airbnb.
🎯 Conclusion
Meeting Airbnb's minimum requirements not only avoids automatic rejections: it improves the quality of your listing and its positioning on the platform. It's a fundamental first step to attract more bookings with less effort.
Once the requirements are validated, we recommend optimizing your listing with:
Attractive policies
Competitive pricing
Outstanding photos
Experience-oriented descriptions
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don't have enough photos?
Your listing will be automatically rejected by Airbnb. Make sure to upload at least 7 high-quality images.
Can I use emojis or symbols in the title?
No. Airbnb prohibits them. Our system automatically removes them to prevent the listing from being rejected.
What resolution should the photos have?
The minimum resolution is 1024x683 pixels at 72 dpi.
Why is 30 days of availability needed?
Airbnb requires a minimum availability to ensure the accommodation is active and relevant for travelers.
Can the title have words in all caps?
No. Airbnb does not allow titles with words in all capital letters. It will automatically adjust to comply with the rule.
Do you want to make sure your listing not only gets published but also stands out?
📌 Enable automatic synchronization and regularly check the status of your listing.
This way, you'll always be up to date and ready to receive more bookings.