What about the scheme, in plain facts?

Authority: Directorate of Tourism, A and N Administration, Port Blair. Final approval comes from the Secretary (Tourism).

What about fees and validity?

The fee for classification or re-classification is paid by demand draft payable to the Senior Accounts Officer, Directorate of IP&T, Port Blair:

What about what the facilities checklist asks for?

The checklist marks items mandatory (M) or desirable (D) for each category. Examples from the document: minimum room size of 120 sq ft (Silver) and 200 sq ft (Gold) in urban areas, and 100 sq ft and 120 sq ft in rural areas; an attached private bathroom of at least 30 sq ft (Silver) or 40 sq ft (Gold); 24 hour hot and cold water; a clean kitchen; a dining area serving breakfast; and a guest check-in register including passport details for foreign guests. In a heritage or traditional house an att

What about how the process works?

1. Apply with the application format (Annexure I), the facilities checklist (Annexure II) and a signed undertaking (Annexure III), plus photographs and the fee draft. 2. Documents: a sale deed, lease deed, revenue papers or house tax receipt, police verification, and an affidavit if you are a co-sharer. If the unit is in a flat, a no objection certificate from the society. 3. Inspection: a classification committee chaired by the Director (Tourism) inspects the unit and you must be ready at all t

What about what the source does not say?

The 2013 notification gives no guidance on online application, and an annexure mentions a Rs 100 application fee that we could not reconcile with the classification fee. Anything introduced in the 2021 and 2023 documents is not covered.

How many rooms can an Andaman homestay have?

Between 1 and 6 rooms, with a maximum of 12 beds.

Does the owner have to live there?

Yes under the 2013 notification. The owner or promoter must live in the establishment with the family.

How much does it cost?

Rs 1,000 for Silver and Rs 2,000 for Gold under the 2013 notification. Check for newer fees.

We recommend registering on the central NIDHI portal as well. It is a separate registration.

What about once you are registered?

Registration makes you legal. Distribution makes you earn. Fursat lists your home and keeps your calendars in sync across the major booking sites. Start at /list-your-property, or read how the free channel manager works first.

Journal/Homestay Guides

4 min read · 7 October 2026

Andaman and Nicobar Homestay Registration Guide (2026)

The Andaman and Nicobar B&B and Home Stay scheme allows up to 6 rooms and charges Rs 1,000 or Rs 2,000. Here are the 2013 rules and what to verify.

Sneha Surana

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Andaman and Nicobar Homestay Registration Guide (2026)

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