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Newport Beach
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Newport Beach, California. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

Rental conditions are recorded in Newport Beach
STL permit : cap 1,550 reached.
Find published guidance for your Newport Beach address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Newport Beach.

What you need to do in Newport Beach

From the linked source
  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    STL permit : cap 1,550 reached.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Newport Beach requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 10% Newport Beach occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To do
    File quarterly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

STL permit : cap 1,550 reached. The published guide for Newport Beach lists 10% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit

Other taxes or assessments may apply. Review tax context and confirm the full amount for your rental with the authority.

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What the recorded taxes cover

Recorded assessment: 1%

1% Visitor's Service Fee This charge has no separate STR applicability recorded and is shown outside the estimate.

Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Newport Beach: Recorded effective date

1993-07-14

Newport Beach: Recorded remittance instructions

City Revenue Div. (paper)

Newport Beach: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: newportbeachca.gov: short term rentals

Platform tax collection guidance for Newport Beach

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNoneYou collect and remit
VrboNoneYou collect and remit
Booking.comNoneYou collect and remit
DirectNoneYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 10% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Newport Beach occupancy tax10%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
Source
Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Newport Beach STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Newport Beach occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Newport Beach?

The licensing requirement for Newport Beach is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

File quarterly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.