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San Benito
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in San Benito

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  1. To confirm
    Check that short-term rentals are allowed at your address

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% San Benito 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 San Benito 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.

San Benito: Recorded exemptions

Permanent residents (30+ consecutive days occupancy) are not subject to the tax; no tax on persons/entities exempt under V.T.C.A. Tax Code Sec. 351.006 (San Benito Code Art. 11.04, Ord. 995, adopted 6/21/83).

San Benito: Recorded penalties and interest

Failure to collect/file/pay or filing a false report is a misdemeanor punishable by fine under Code Sec. 1.01.009; late-payment penalties apply per Tax Code Sec. 351.004 (Art. 11.04, Ord. 995, sec. 6, adopted 6/21/83).

San Benito: Recorded effective date

1983-06-21

San Benito: Recorded remittance instructions

Self-remit to city tax collector; 1% collection reimbursement allowed · quarterly; Baseline NONE-REPORTED but city code imposes 7% HOT; HOT Advisory Board active

San Benito: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: ecode360.com

Platform tax collection guidance for San Benito

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
San Benito occupancy tax7%
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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.

San Benito STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my San Benito occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in San Benito?

The licensing requirement for San Benito 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.