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Guadalupe
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Guadalupe

From the linked source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Guadalupe

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Guadalupe short-term rental license or registration

    Transient occupancy tax registration certificate required for taxable transient lodging.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 6% Guadalupe 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 confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Guadalupe lists 6% local occupancy tax. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
6%
State tax
Local only
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Guadalupe: Recorded exemptions

Ord. 175, 1978). Exemptions: beyond-power occupancy; officers/employees of a foreign government exempt by express federal law or treaty; claims under penalty of perjury at rent collection. Quarterly returns (due last day of month following quarter); 3-year recordkeeping; taxes held in trust.

Guadalupe: Recorded penalties and interest

Guadalupe official code: 10% original delinquency; second 10% if not remitted within 30 days of initial delinquency; fraud 25%; interest 0.5%/month (excl. penalties) from delinquency until paid.

Source for these notes: ecode360.com

Platform tax collection guidance for Guadalupe

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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 6% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Guadalupe occupancy tax6%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Guadalupe STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Guadalupe occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Guadalupe?

A license or registration is required.

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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.