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Jamaica Beach
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Jamaica Beach

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  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Jamaica Beach

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Jamaica Beach short-term rental license or registration

    Term: Annual. Rule: Ordinance 2023-11.

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Who collects the 9% Jamaica Beach occupancy tax depends on the booking channel

    Airbnb: collects it for you; Vrbo: not confirmed; Booking.com: not confirmed; Direct: you collect and remit. Where a channel's answer is not confirmed, check its tax settings.

  4. To do
    File quarterly returns

    Due by the 20th of the month following the quarter (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 Jamaica Beach lists 9% 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. A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

At a glance.

Local tax
9%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
15%
License
Required
Local filing
By booking channel
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Tax details

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

Jamaica Beach: Recorded penalties and interest

Jamaica Beach's official STR page: violation of the STR/HOT ordinance is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $500 per offense, with each day a separate offense.

Jamaica Beach: Recorded effective date

2003-01-01

Jamaica Beach: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (public.mygov.us)

Jamaica Beach: Recorded remittance instructions

Airbnb collects and remits 9% City HOT on Airbnb bookings. Collection by other platforms is not established by this source. Operators file quarterly reports and pay any City HOT balance by the 20th of the month following the quarter through the City portal.

Jamaica Beach: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Quarterly.

Source for these notes: jamaicabeachtx.gov: short term rental in jamaica beach

Platform tax collection guidance for Jamaica Beach

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsCheck
VrboPlatform collectsCheck
Booking.comPlatform collectsCheck
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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply before you list. Term: Annual.

  • Collection of the 9% local tax

    Follow the channel breakdown above; you collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    File quarterly returns. Due by the 20th of the month following the quarter (per the source).

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Jamaica Beach occupancy tax9%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Jamaica Beach STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Jamaica Beach occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Jamaica Beach?

A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

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. Due by the 20th of the month following the quarter (per the source).