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Simpsonville
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Oct 2026

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

What you need to do in Simpsonville

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

    The record has no finding on whether Simpsonville 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 Simpsonville requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 3% Simpsonville 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, though a note says returns are due by the 20th. 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 Simpsonville lists 3% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 7% South Carolina state accommodations tax in addition. This combines the 5% state sales tax and 2% state accommodations tax. Local taxes may apply separately. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
3%
State tax
7%
Total for a direct booking
10%
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Simpsonville: Recorded exemptions

Applies to rentals furnished to transients for less than 90 consecutive days; facilities with fewer than 6 sleeping rooms on the same premises as the individual's place of abode are exempt.

Simpsonville: Recorded penalties and interest

Penalty of 1.5% of total sales reported per month outstanding plus $500 administrative fee; remit by 20th of following month (quarterly if $25-50/mo, annually if <$25/mo).

Simpsonville: Recorded remittance instructions

Local A/H taxes direct to City of Simpsonville finance; state 7%+1% via SCDOR

Source for these notes: simpsonville.com: local accommodations tax committee

Platform tax collection guidance for Simpsonville

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
VrboPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
Booking.comPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
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

    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, though a note says returns are due by the 20th. 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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FigureValueSourceStatus
Simpsonville occupancy tax3%
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South Carolina state accommodations tax7%
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Simpsonville STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Simpsonville occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Simpsonville?

The licensing requirement for Simpsonville 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. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.