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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.
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Punjab charges a one time Rs 5,000 (Gold) or Rs 3,000 (Silver) to register a bed and breakfast or homestay, with a lifetime certificate. Here is the process.
J&K registers homestays under a June 2022 Tourism Department order. Here are the room cap, documents, inspection and renewal rules, and what is unclear.
Uttar Pradesh made homestay registration mandatory in 2025 and raised the cap to 8 rooms in June 2026. Here are the room caps, fees and steps.
Victoria charges a 7.5 percent levy on short stays. Platforms collect it, but hosts taking direct bookings must register with the State Revenue Office. Here is how it works.
NSW requires every short-term rental to be on the STRA Register. Fees are AUD 65 to register and AUD 25 to renew, with 180 day limits for non-hosted stays in some areas.