Property Registration and Legal Permit in India

[Mansi0]

Hello all you wonderful hosts in India!

I hope you are having a great time hosting interesting people and shariang exciting experiences!

My question is about legality of hosting a property on Airbnb in India and the permits/registration required to do so. From Airbnb’s website, I understand that hosts are responsible for communicating this with the local government.  I have contacted the Ministry of Tourism office, here in Bangalore, who suggested registration of a property listing for home-stay or bed and breakfasts is not mandatory and establishments can be run without any restriction.

However, after going through the section under Responsible Hosting - Registration of Guests ( https://www.airbnb.co.in/help/responsible-hosting ), I believe the regulations in India require maintaining a register for guest check-in and check-out records. Furthermore, there are certain forms like Form C  and Form F , which property and listing details need to be mentioned. This contradicts the statement by the representative from the Ministry of Tourism and the ambiguity still prevails.

I would greatly appreciate if you could share your experiences and advise on how you have gone about the legality of your listing registration, permits and guest records.

Many thanks in advance!

Kind regards,

Mansi

[Vee-Gee0]

Lot of queries from people asking about rules for hosting in India, but no one able to give a concrete answer on this topic. Can anyone update the latest with links of proof of any ruling?

[Rahul52]

I would like to know what are the legalities and different types of taxes applicable to host my house on Airbnb in Kolkata. Do I need to pay commercial tax, etc or need to declare my house as Commercial property to host the guests on Airbnb, as per local laws of Kolkata.
It would be great if someone can provided me step by step list of things required to comply with hosting services on Airbnb in Kolkata.

[Swarup0]

Hi All,

Looks like a gamut of experience in this forum. I need some guidanace and support.

I have a 2 bedroom flat in a gated community in Kolkata(near to the airport) with some of the modern facilities. I want to the host the property in airbnb, however, my campus residents are not aware of this model and have not been in favour of it. I am looking for thoughts how to approach differently and make this working. Also, I am not based out of Kolkata  now and hence wanted some agent contacts in this business, who can manage the property on my behalf through airbnb.

Appreciate your prompt response.

Kind regards,Swarup

[Jane1097]

Hi Swarup

I'm in a similar situation as you were last year, except I live in the UK. We have a property in Kolkata and we're hoping offer it on Airbnb early next year.

Did you manage to find a reliable agency to host your property? if so, could you please give me details? Apart from the copious paperwork, a local agency seems to be the main stumbling block and I'd really appreciate your help and advice.

I hope it's going well for you and many thanks for your time.

Kind regards, Jane

[Akshay29]

Hi,

I am from Kolkata and would like to know the legal requirements for hosting an apartment. Thankyou

Akshay

[Saumya2]

Hi Everyone,

I am interested in hosting a flat in Jaipur (very close to the airport). Per my understanding, the following documents are required. Can anyone advise if this looks correct to begin with?

1) NOC from property manager (to ensure no objection for guests to use common areas such as lift, parking, common amenities etc.)

2) Maintaining a register for all guests (entry, exit dates etc. similar to that in a hotel)

3) Form C for foreign nationals

4) Taking care of general rules such as guests cause no nuisance, damage to property etc.

Any help will be highly appreciated!

Many thanks,

Saumya

[Sachin47]

Sure.  Regarding this we can discuss on my Whatsapp

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[Vee-Gee0]

Airbnb does not ask you to submit these documents to them. However, if there is any dispute later between you and the property manager, and they guests are inconvenienced, then you are liable for the bad review to your account from the guest and refund of booking charges to the guest through Airbnb.

[Mathews0]

Need Advise !!!

I'm from Kerala owning a reconstructed , ancient central kerala style wooden nalukettu.

Currently this house complex is registered as residential(still paying luxury tax).

Total built area 6000SqFeet, inclusive of open sitout area which covers 4500Sqfeet .However, it was also considered for sqfeet calculation.)

Its under panchayath limits, But when checked with Tourism department, they allow homestays or BnB to Couples/family only, Considering I'm single. What other alternative I have? I have few thoughts below, please suggest ?

1) Register as commercial  and run as resort( This will have Commercial luxury charges , which will add burden of 45000/- per annum)

2) Lease it to a caretaker family , then run homestay

[Jyoti59]

Go with incredible india bnb program . May be this will lay off your extra luxury tax charges

[Vee-Gee0]

Airbnb does not have these rules. India tourism asks for it because the policy is for a guest to stay at the residence of a family with a working kitchen. The family need not be a husband wife combination. It could be you staying with your parents or siblings, and they do not check the relationship of the various members staying inside the house. I think it should not be difficult for you to get your house under tourism department.

[Sharmistha0]

Hi ! I am planning to register my 2 BHK furnished apartment in Siliguri . Kindly provide the details regarding the registration and the documents required i if any . Will be of great help . My number is

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. Thank You . 

[Vee-Gee0]

If listing on Airbnb, you don't need any documents. You just list it online and have to provide your bank details. It's very simple, but takes a few days to get published.

[Prateek5]

Hey guys any one knows about any regulations in Himachal 

[Nirmal-Kumar1]

Hello,

I am a senior citizen and trying to find out local regulations and procedures at Howrah,West Bengal . I have activated for form C  and would like to join with all those who have successfully hosting through Airbnb at Howrah.Nearest tourist spot- Botanic Garden,