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Beaumont
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Beaumont

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

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

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

    Term: Annual. Rule: Ord 25-071.

    Where to apply

  3. To confirm
    Find out who collects the 7% Beaumont occupancy tax

    Not confirmed per channel. Check each channel's tax settings; on direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To do
    File your returns

    Filing frequency: Monthly or quarterly. Due by the 20th (per the source).

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Beaumont 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. Term: Annual.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
License
Required
Local filing
Not available
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Tax details

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

Beaumont: Recorded remittance instructions

remit to city Cash Management Division with city report form · monthly (due 20th) if tax >$500/month; otherwise quarterly due 20th after quarter end; NEW STR regime Dec 2025-Jan 2026; STR platform section repealed Jan 2026; Jefferson County also levies county HOT

Beaumont: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly or quarterly.

Source for these notes: beaumonttexas.gov: short term rentals in beaumont

Platform tax collection guidance for Beaumont

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 7% local tax

    Collection details are not available for this tax.

  • File your tax returns

    File your returns. Filing frequency: Monthly or quarterly. Due by the 20th (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
Beaumont 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.

Beaumont STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Beaumont occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collection details are not available for this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Beaumont?

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 your returns. Filing frequency: Monthly or quarterly. Due by the 20th (per the source).