Key West
short-term rental taxes.
Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Key West, Florida. Check the current requirements for your exact address.
What you need to do in Key West
Checked against the source- To doMeet the local rental conditions
Grandfathered transient rental license system: transient rentals (28 days or less) require a city transient license. finite capped supply with moratorium on new licenses (licenses transferable with property). Non-transient rentals = 29+ days allowed citywide. transient use only on properties holding grandfathered transient licenses (concentrated in certain districts; Truman Annex rights expiring per local press).
- To doGet the Key West short-term rental license or registration
The record does not state the fee or term. The licensing office lists both.
- To doRegister for your Florida sales tax account
Sales tax and any discretionary sales surtax on transient rentals are always reported and paid to the Florida Department of Revenue (Form DR-15), so you need a Department sales tax account. Confirm registration and any county tourist tax account before renting.
- To doCollect and remit the 5% Monroe County 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.
- To doFile monthly returns
The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.
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Create a free accountWhat to know.
Grandfathered transient rental license system: transient rentals (28 days or less) require a city transient license. finite capped supply with moratorium on new licenses (licenses transferable with property). Non-transient rentals = 29+ days allowed citywide. transient use only on properties holding grandfathered transient licenses (concentrated in certain districts; Truman Annex rights expiring per local press). The published guide for Key West lists 5% county occupancy tax. The state table lists a 6% Florida state sales tax in addition. County discretionary sales surtax and local transient rental taxes may apply in addition. State registration applies even when a platform collects the tax: Florida sales tax account. A license or registration is required.
At a glance.
- County tax
- 5%
- State tax
- 6%
- Total for a direct booking
- 11%
- 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.
Monroe County: Recorded exemptions
Applies to the rental or lease of living, sleeping, or housekeeping accommodations for a term of six months or less; the local tax is in addition to the 6% state sales tax and any applicable discretionary sales surtax (FL DOR DR-15TDT, R. 10/26).
Monroe County: Recorded remittance instructions
TouristExpress: https://monroe.county-taxes.com/tourist
Monroe County: Recorded filing schedule
Filing frequency: Monthly.
Monroe County: County tax applicability
The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.
Platform tax collection guidance for Key West
Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.
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 5% county tax
You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.
File your tax returns
File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.
Florida sales tax account
Sales tax and any discretionary sales surtax on transient rentals are always reported and paid to the Florida Department of Revenue (Form DR-15), so you need a Department sales tax account. Confirm registration and any county tourist tax account before renting.
Check the state tax requirements
Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.
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Key West STR tax FAQ
Does Airbnb pay my Key West occupancy taxes?
You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.
Do I need a license to Airbnb in Key West?
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?
File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it.
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