Tourist Tax

Tourist Tax

Tourist tax is payable for each guest staying in your accommodation. This article explains what tourist tax is, who pays it and how it is processed.

What is tourist tax?

Tourist tax is a municipal levy for persons staying temporarily in a municipality without being registered as residents. The rate and conditions are set by the municipality and may change annually.

Who pays the tourist tax?

The tourist tax is paid by the guest. The applicable amount is calculated based on the municipal rate and included in the total travel sum.

How is tourist tax calculated?

The tourist tax varies per municipality. The municipality determines whether the rate applies per person per night or per accommodation per night. Sun & Sea Holidays applies the rate according to the local regulations of the relevant municipality.

Processing via the rental statement

Sun & Sea Holidays collects the tourist tax on your behalf. The amount collected is shown on your rental statement. You receive this amount so that you can remit it to the municipality.

Responsibility for remittance

As the owner, you are responsible for remitting the tourist tax to the municipality. Please ensure you follow the applicable local regulations and declaration deadlines to avoid fines or additional charges.


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