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Swansboro
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Swansboro, North Carolina. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Swansboro

Checked against the source
  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

    The record has no finding on whether Swansboro allows short-term rentals. Ask the planning or zoning office before you list.

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

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

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 3% Swansboro occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the following month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Swansboro lists 3% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 4.75% North Carolina state sales tax in addition. Local sales and occupancy taxes may apply in addition to the state base rate. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
3%
State tax
4.75%
Total for a direct booking
7.75%
License
Not available
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

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

Swansboro: Recorded exemptions

Town of Swansboro 3% (town occupancy-tax page). Tax applies to gross receipts subject to State sales tax under G.S. 105-164.4(a)(3); the state base excludes private residences/cottages rented <15 days/year and stays of 90+ continuous days by the same person.

Swansboro: Recorded penalties and interest

Tax due by the 20th of the following month; 'In accordance with NCGS 105-236 if tax is not filed or received' penalties apply (town page).

Swansboro: Recorded effective date

2011-07-19

Swansboro: Recorded remittance instructions

Town of Swansboro Finance Director (601 W Corbett Ave) by 20th of following month; net proceeds to Swansboro TDA

Source for these notes: swansboro-nc.org: occupancy tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Swansboro

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsPlatform collects
VrboPlatform collectsPlatform collects
Booking.comPlatform collectsPlatform collects
DirectYou collect and remitYou 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 3% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the following month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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Swansboro occupancy tax3%
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North Carolina state sales tax4.75%
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North Carolina filing and tax guidanceSee guidance
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Swansboro STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Swansboro occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Swansboro?

The licensing requirement for Swansboro 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?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the following month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.