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All visitor accommodation providers in Wales, including short-term rentals, must register with the Welsh Revenue Authority.
Wales to require all visitor accommodation providers to register from October 2026
Summary
Wales will require all visitor accommodation providers, including STRs, to register with the Welsh Revenue Authority starting October 1, 2026. This regulation, part of the Visitor Accommodation (Register and Levy) Etc. (Wales) Act 2025, aims to gather clearer data and support local councils in administering visitor levies. Hosts must comply to avoid penalties.
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