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Mission
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Oct 2026

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

What you need to do in Mission

Checked against the source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Mission

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

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

    Fee: $50 annual regulatory fee). Rule: Ch.46 Art.VII.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Mission 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Mission 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. A license or registration is required. Fee: $50 annual regulatory fee).

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Mission: Recorded remittance instructions

STR ordinance details from secondary source (BNBCalc) - verify against city code

Source for these notes: library.municode.com: code of ordinances

Platform tax collection guidance for Mission

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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply before you list. Fee: $50 annual regulatory fee).

  • Collection of the 7% 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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Mission occupancy tax7%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Mission STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Mission occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Mission?

A license or registration is required. Fee: $50 annual regulatory fee).

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. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.