Rental Types

Compare Rental Types and Requirements

See what’s allowed, what permits you need, and how regulations differ across rental durations.

Short-term rental

Allowed with permit

Under 30 nights

Airbnb, VRBO, direct booking

Permit required

Type 1 or Type 2 STR Licence

Type 1 = owner-occupied · Type 2 = non-owner-occupied

90-night annual cap for non-primary residences in restricted zones

Licence number must appear on all listing platforms

Max occupancy: 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional

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Mid-term rental

Generally allowed

30–365 nights

Furnished monthly stays

Permit required

No STR permit needed

Standard residential tenancy law applies · Written lease recommended

No annual night cap or density restrictions

No Hotel Occupancy Tax — meaningfully lower tax burden

Landlord-tenant rights apply — deposit, habitability, and notice obligations

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Long-term rental

Fully allowed

12-month lease

Standard residential

Permit required

None — standard residential use

Residential Property Code governs · No STR obligations

No permits, night caps, or density restrictions

No Hotel Occupancy Tax obligations

Standard habitability, notice, and deposit rules apply

taxes

What Applies and Who Handles It

Understand which taxes apply, who collects them, and what you’re responsible for, especially when handling direct bookings.

STATE

Hotel Occupancy Tax

Collected by

Airbnb, VRBO

Who files

Platform on your behalf

Applies to

STR under 30 days only

County

County HOT

Collected by

Platform or operator

Direct bookings

You must register & file

Applies to

STR under 30 days only

CITY

City hOT

Collected by

Platform or operator

Filing frequency

Monthly

Applies to

STR under 30 days only

Combined total

All taxes, all levels

17%

OTA bookings

Platforms handle state portion

Direct bookings

You collect & file all three

Mid / Long-term

No HOT applies

Direct bookings mean three separate filings

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FAQs & Guides

Common Question From Operators

Clear answers to help you understand what’s required, and a straightforward way to get it done.

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How do I register my property as an STR in Texas?

Do I need a permit for mid-term rentals in Texas?

How do I handle taxes if I take direct bookings?

What happens if I don't comply?

Overview

Imagine turning your property into a gateway for adventurers exploring Zanzibar’s turquoise waters, the Serengeti’s wild savannas, or Kilimanjaro’s towering peaks. Tanzania’s short-term rental market is exploding, and in 2024, hosts are cashing in like never before. With platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com leading the charge, the government will most likely rake in millions in taxes as their reward.

Whether you’re listing a beachfront villa or a cozy bush retreat, now’s your chance to join the movement reshaping Tanzania’s tourism landscape. Ready to unlock your property’s potential and ride the wave of this lucrative trend regulations? Let’s dive in to access the regulations that govern short-term rental in the autonomous country of Tanzania located in the eastern part of Africa.

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