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Rancho Viejo
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Rancho Viejo

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 2% Cameron 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.

  4. To do
    File monthly returns

    Due by the 20th of the following month (per the source). File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

    Filing portal

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Rancho Viejo lists 2% county 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.

County tax
2%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
8%
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.

Rancho Viejo: Recorded remittance instructions

NONE-REPORTED baseline; resort community but no HOT on town tax-rate page

Source: ranchoviejotexas.com: tax rate information

Cameron County: Recorded exemptions

Government stays (official US/Texas government purposes); occupancies over 30 consecutive days without payment interruption; rentals tied to educational institution programs/activities (Cameron County HOT page).

Source: cameroncountytx.gov: cameron county hotel tax information hot

Cameron County: Recorded penalties and interest

5% late filing penalty for filings delayed more than 30 days; delinquent taxes accrue 10% annual interest (Cameron County HOT page). Monthly filing due by the 20th of the following month.

Cameron County: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (tax.localgov.org: login)

Cameron County: Recorded remittance instructions

online filing/payment via Localgov portal (tax.localgov.org); monthly by 20th; zero filings required; CSV '2%+2%' overstated; SPI city HOT (10.5%) is separate and city-administered

Cameron County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Cameron County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Rancho Viejo

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 2% county tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. Due by the 20th of the following month (per the source). File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

How we collect and check this information · Report a problem with this page

FigureValueSourceStatus
Cameron County occupancy tax2%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Rancho Viejo STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Rancho Viejo occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Rancho Viejo?

The licensing requirement for Rancho Viejo 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 monthly returns. Due by the 20th of the following month (per the source). File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).