In brief: The tourist tax is determined by each municipality: the amount, exemptions, and payment procedures vary. It is usually calculated per person and per night; collecting it during online check-in avoids cash handling and last-minute calculations.
Who determines the tourist tax
The tourist tax is decided by each local municipality: the amount, application period, exemptions, and payment methods vary from city to city. For this reason, the first step is always to check the regulations of the municipality where your property is located.
How to calculate it
In general, the amount is calculated per person and per night, often with a cap on the number of consecutive nights and exemptions for certain guest categories (for example, minors under a certain age). An example: 2 paying guests, 3 nights, €2 per person per night = 2 × 3 × 2 = €12.
Common mistakes
- Forgetting to request the amount upon arrival and having to chase it later.
- Getting the number of nights or exempt guests wrong.
- Not keeping a receipt to give to the guest.
Collecting it online before arrival, or on-site
Requesting the tax together with online check-in avoids cash and last-minute calculations: the guest sees the amount, pays, and receives the receipt. If you prefer to collect it in person, simply set the payment to on-site: the calculated amount remains visible and recorded. BoostWiFi supports both methods in the Hospitality Pro package (€29/month per unit).
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Online check-in and the Guest Web Portal
The tourist tax is a requirement; reporting guests to the State Police via the official web portal is another. With online check-in, the guest enters their details and ID before arriving, and the data can be exported in the required format. Fewer transcriptions, fewer errors.
A simple routine
- Check your municipality's regulations.
- Set the amount per night and per person.
- Have guests complete online check-in before arrival.
- Keep receipts and a registry for periodic payments.
Want to see how it works? Check out the page for short-term rentals and B&Bs and try the demo.
Frequently asked questions about tourist tax
Where can I find my municipality's rules?
In the regulations on the municipality's website: always check the updated amounts, exemptions, and deadlines.
Do I need to issue a receipt?
Always keep a receipt or a record of the payment, according to municipal rules. Verify with your accountant.
Can I collect it online?
Yes, with online check-in, the guest sees the amount and pays before arrival, or on-site if you prefer. Check the page for short-term rentals and B&Bs.
How do I also calculate commissions?
With the Booking and Airbnb commission calculator. This content is for informational purposes and does not replace professional tax advice.
What to do today in 3 steps
- Read your municipality's regulations.
- Set the amount and exemptions in your property management software.
- Perform a test booking and check the total.
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