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Sealy
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Sealy

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Sealy 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.

The published guide for Sealy lists 7% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 6% Texas state hotel occupancy tax in addition. Local hotel occupancy taxes may apply in addition to the state rate. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
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.

Sealy: Recorded remittance instructions

City of Sealy Finance Department · quarterly; City HOT page confirms local tax remitted to city quarterly but rate not stated on page; 7% from Comptroller baseline

Sealy: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: ci.sealy.tx.us: hot tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Sealy

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 7% 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.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Sealy occupancy tax7%
Source
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
Source
Source linked
Licensing recordNot available
Source
Source linked
Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Sealy STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Sealy occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Sealy?

The licensing requirement for Sealy 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.