Help needed for hosting in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

[Raghav40]

Hello everyone!

I am new to this community and just started hosting in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

Can anyone please guide me regarding the legal formalities required for Airbnb hosting, particularly with regards to Rajasthan?

Thanks in advance 🙂

[Tokunbo0]

Hi @Raghav40 

Welcome to the community! Hosting in Udaipur sounds amazing.

Regarding legal formalities for Airbnb hosting in Rajasthan, here are a few key points to consider:

You’ll likely need to register your property with the local government or municipal corporation. It's a good idea to visit your nearest civic office for details.

Also note that Rajasthan Tourism offers a homestay scheme where you can register as a homestay provider. This can give your listing more credibility and sometimes comes with tax benefits.

 Depending on your earnings, you might need to register for GST. However, if your turnover is under a certain threshold (usually ₹20-40 lakhs annually), you may be exempt. Be sure to confirm with a local tax advisor.

It is also important you ensure your property has basic safety features like fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and emergency contacts listed. Some states also require you to maintain a guest register for security purposes.

Make sure your property is in an area that allows short-term rentals. Some residential zones may have restrictions.

It's always a good idea to check with a local lawyer or consultant who specializes in hospitality laws in Rajasthan. Wishing you the best with your hosting journey in Udaipur.

[Paula]

What a wonderful answer, @Tokunbo0! Thank you so much for taking the time to explain everything in detail to @Raghav40. This is very helpful. 😊👏

@Raghav40, please let us know if you have any further questions.

Regards,

[Sunny309]

Bro! Have you done the research? Can you tell me which government body you went to? + If you can let me know what all documents were required.