State of Florida - Airbnb Help Centre (2024)

When deciding whether to become an Airbnb host, it's important for you to understand the laws in your city. As a platform and marketplace we do not provide legal advice, but we want to give you some useful links that may help you better understand laws and regulations in Florida. This list is not exhaustive, but it should give you a good start in understanding state laws. If you have questions, contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) or other local agencies directly, or consult a local lawyer or tax professional.

State Vacation Rental License

Florida law defines many types of lodging establishments, including vacation rentals. While many Airbnb listings will be vacation rentals, that categorization may not apply to all listings. Please consult the Florida DBPR’s webpage to determine the appropriate category and licensing requirements for your listing.

The state of Florida requires that all vacation rentals in the state be licensed through the DBPR.

Vacation Rental is defined in Florida law as: “any unit or group of units in a condominium or cooperative or any individually or collectively owned single-family, two-family, or four-family house or dwelling unit that is also a transient public lodging establishment but that is not a timeshare project.”

Hosted Rentals (short-term rentals while the host remains in the home) are not regulated by DBPR. Renting a single room or rooms other than the whole unit is not classified as a public lodging and would not require a license from DBPR. However, hosted rentals may still be subject to other city, county, or other local level requirements.

Tax

Guests who book Airbnb listings that are located in the State of Florida are required to pay certain taxes as part of their reservation. Airbnb collects and remits on behalf of hosts sales tax across the state of Florida. Airbnb also collects and remits Tourism Development Taxes (TDT) on behalf of hosts in the Florida counties listed here. Florida hosts in unlisted counties must collect and remit county taxes in accordance with county law, if applicable. Hosts located in these counties are also responsible for assessing all other applicable tax obligations, including those relating to city jurisdictions. Additional information regarding tax collection and remittance by Airbnb.

Homestead Exemption

When someone owns property in the state of Florida and makes it his or her permanent residence or the permanent residence of his or her dependent, the property owner may be eligible to receive a property tax exemption of up to $50,000. For FAQs and additional information regarding the homestead exemption and how it may or may not be affected by short-term rental activity, visit the Florida Department of Revenue website, and review the Florida Statute 196.061.

Municipal/Local Laws

Local governments in the state of Florida may also have laws and regulations in place for short-term rentals. If you have questions regarding these laws, consult your local county and municipality (ex: city, town) or a local lawyer or tax professional.

Other Rules

It's also important to understand and abide by other contracts or rules that bind you, such as leases, condo board or co-op rules, HOA rules, or rules established by tenant organizations. Please read your lease agreement and check with your landlord if applicable.

We're committed to working with local officials to help them understand how Airbnb benefits our community. Where needed, we will continue to advocate for changes that will allow regular people to rent out their own homes.

Last updated August 2018

State of Florida - Airbnb Help Centre (2024)

FAQs

What is the phone number for Airbnb resolution center? ›

Contact Neighborhood Support

Add your contact info and someone from our Neighborhood Support team will call you as soon as possible. The Neighborhood Support team can also be reached at +1 (855) 635-7754. We process all personal data in line with our Privacy Policy.

How long does it take for Airbnb to respond to support message? ›

When you'll hear from them. Hosts have 24 hours to accept or decline your request, but the vast majority reply within 12 hours.

Why is my Airbnb account locked for security reasons? ›

It can include violating its payment terms, policies or standards or applicable laws, regulations or third-party rights. Airbnb may also cut you loose to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its members or third parties.

How do I resolve Airbnb problems? ›

Send a refund request

Submit your request: You'll describe the issue, provide photos or video if you can, and let the Host know how you'd like to resolve the issue. Wait for a response: If your Host declines or doesn't respond, you can ask Airbnb to step in to help.

How do I get to Airbnb resolution center? ›

In short, Airbnb refers to it as the ability to "request or send money" related to your trip in regards to an issue that arises with your guest or host. The Resolution Centre can be accessed from your account by navigating to www.airbnb.com/resolutions.

How do I get resolution Centre on Airbnb? ›

To open a refund or payment request, go to www.airbnb.com/resolutions. If you want to make a claim on your security deposit, you'll need to submit your request to the Resolution Centre within 14 days of your guest's checkout date or before the next guest checks in, whichever is earlier.

Can I contact Airbnb by phone? ›

How long does Airbnb resolution Centre take? ›

then it should take 5-7 business days from the date it was resolved. However, in larger cases that require receipts, pictures and documentation for damages or repairs, this could take over a month depending on how urgent the case is.

How long do you have to get resolution Centre Airbnb? ›

You have up to 60 days after your reservation's checkout date to submit a Resolution Centre request.

How long does Airbnb block your account? ›

They range from 5 days to a few weeks to permanent suspension. The five-day suspension sees hosts lose five days of booking potential. Airbnb does not remove any bookings or delete any reservations during this time. All the host loses is five days in search results and the opportunity for new bookings.

How do I get my Airbnb account back? ›

Once your account is deleted, you can't reactivate it, recover any data, or regain access. You'll need to set up a new account if you want to use Airbnb again. Learn more about exercising your data subject rights.

How can I contact Airbnb directly? ›

What is the major problem with Airbnb? ›

The most common problems vacation rental hosts deal with are regulations, local laws, parties, excessive turnovers, unmanageable guests, not knowing your market and finding better guests.

What is going on with Airbnb? ›

Even before coronavirus, Airbnb was struggling to turn scale into profits. The company lost $674 million last year as costs soared to $5.3bn. Behind these numbers are Airbnb's hosts, who range from retiree holiday home owners to investors with vast but flimsy rental empires.

What happens with Airbnb resolution center? ›

Need to send or request money for things related to your Airbnb trip or Airbnb Experience? No problem! Go to the Resolution Center to open a refund or payment request. You have up to 60 days after your reservation's checkout date to submit a Resolution Center request.

How do I verify my identity on Airbnb help center? ›

You can verify your ID in your account settings by submitting a photo of your Government ID. You can do this when setting up an account—or when updating your account details.

Is Airbnb customer service 24 hours? ›

Starting today, any Airbnb user who has selected English as their primary language in-app can access the Urgent Support Line anywhere in the world, and connect with specialized support agents who are standing by 24/7 to assist should an urgent issue arise.

Can you dispute Airbnb Help Center reviews? ›

Disputing a review does not guarantee it'll be removed. When you dispute a review, we'll ask you to provide evidence, such as photos or message threads with guests. These will need to demonstrate a serious policy violation and that your enforcement of a policy led to the retaliatory review.

Can Airbnb force me to pay for damages? ›

Your Host may request reimbursem*nt

If your Host believes that you're responsible for damage, missing items, or unexpected cleaning costs, they may send you a reimbursem*nt request through our Resolution Center. You'll have 24 hours to respond. If you pay the full amount, the request will be closed.

How do I formally complain to Airbnb? ›

Contact Airbnb within 24 hours of check-in to document the issue and place a hold on the host's payment. Include photographs or other evidence of the issue as part of your claim. Be responsive to Airbnb's requests for additional information and cooperation. Not have directly or indirectly caused the issue.

How do I contact Airbnb about questions? ›

For general press inquiries, please email us at press-in@airbnb.com. For any other general questions, visit airbnb.com/help.

What percentage does Airbnb take? ›

The host pays a flat rate of 3% of the total booking cost and the guest pays a percentage of their reservation fee (this is somewhere between 5-20% depending on the length of stay, the location, and the cost of the reservation to start with).

Does Airbnb live chat? ›

Pro tip: it's much easier to get Customer Support (via chat) on our contact page. Bug Or Feedback? We appreciate all of your feedback and the bugs you help us identify.

When you'll get your refund from Airbnb help center? ›

Good news—if you're eligible for a refund, you'll get it automatically within 10 days. Maybe even sooner. Note: If your original payment method's account was closed, the refund sent by Airbnb won't be processed.

Does Airbnb always refund? ›

We'll automatically send any eligible refund to the payment method you used when you booked the reservation. Our Rebooking and Refund Policy can help cover situations when the listing or amenities are not what you expected. Refund requests of any amount should be handled through our Resolution Center.

Can you dispute Airbnb resolution? ›

The host actually has 60 days to make a claim on a deposit, but the earlier this is done, the better chance the host has of winning. If the other party denies to pay the claim, the complainer can then elect to involve a mediator at Airbnb. The mediator's decision is final and cannot be appealed.

Do you have to pay Airbnb resolutions? ›

It's always included and always free whenever you host. If a guest causes damage to your place or belongings during an Airbnb stay, you can file an AirCover for Hosts request through our Resolution Centre. Learn about the process.

Can Airbnb blacklist you? ›

Airbnb can also ban you to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its members or third parties.

Can I make a second Airbnb account? ›

You can use two separate accounts — one as a guest for booking other properties, the other one as an Airbnb hosting account for your hosting services. On other occasions, you might need to make multiple listings under one account.

What can get you banned from Airbnb? ›

That being said, they could also ban your account for the following three reasons:
  • Multiple account or listing suspensions.
  • Are in the bottom 1% of overall ratings by guests (Airbnb will give you a chance to improve)
  • You've infringed on Airbnb's Terms of Service.

Can you create a new Airbnb account after being banned? ›

In addition, Airbnb also requires all guests to provide valid identification when signing up for an account, which makes it difficult for banned or closed users to create a new account without being detected.

What to do if your Airbnb account is suspended? ›

What to do after getting the 'Airbnb listing suspended' notification? You can appeal to Airbnb about the suspension to get your account back. If you can prove that a poor guest review you have received is in violation of Airbnb's review policies, then the review will be removed.

How do I get unbanned from Airbnb? ›

If you've been banned from Airbnb as a guest, you can appeal the decision by sending an email to Airbnb with your side of the story. To increase the chances of getting unbanned, make sure to include the following in your email: Explain why you believe you were wrongfully banned. Provide evidence to support your claim.

How do I verify my Airbnb account? ›

You can verify your ID in your account settings by submitting a photo of your Government ID. You can do this when setting up an account – or when updating your account details.

What happens if Airbnb host doesn't respond in 24 hours? ›

What if I don't respond within 24 hours? Taking longer than 24 hours to respond will count as a late response, which will decrease your response rate and increase your response time. Your response rate can impact your listing's position in search results. Learn more about response rate and how it's calculated.

What if I found a co*ckroach in my Airbnb? ›

Report the Incident. The next step is to report the incident and contact Airbnb. Remember that guests can communicate directly with the Airbnb customer service team and probably will, possibly even before they report the bug problem to you.

What's the longest you can rent an Airbnb? ›

Stays longer than 28 days are subject to our Long-Term Cancellation Policy. The first month of the stay is non-refundable. If a guest cancels before check in, they are due the first month of their stay.

Is Airbnb customer service good? ›

A 2021 study of more than 125,000 Airbnb complaints on Twitter found that 72% of the issues were related to poor customer service and 22% were related to scams.

Can police evict Airbnb guest? ›

So until someone stays long enough on your property to be legally deemed a squatter, they're just trespassers or loiterers. They can be removed by law enforcers.

Why is Airbnb losing popularity? ›

Because of the high surcharge on Airbnb rentals, many people have returned to staying in hotels. As many Twitter users pointed out, hotel amenities – such as a concierge, cleaning services, pools, and better security – might be worth more than an Airbnb stay.

Why are people upset with Airbnb? ›

Travelers piled on, too, sharing their own reasons for abandoning Airbnb: high prices, steep cleaning fees and a lack of service that stands in stark contrast to hotels. Travel agent Cierra Chesir is among the disenchanted.

Who uses Airbnb the most? ›

The country with the most Airbnb demand is the United States, with 99.5 million nights booked in 2021. They also had an increase of about 33 million nights booked from 2020 to 2021. This was a significant increase in demand compared with every other country on the list.

Is Airbnb slowing down 2023? ›

Yahoo Finance Live breaks down Airbnb's latest earnings report. Feb 14 (Reuters) - Airbnb Inc on Tuesday forecast that average rates for its rentals would fall slightly in the current quarter and remain pressured through 2023, as vacationers return to lower-cost urban rentals.

Is Airbnb losing hosts? ›

Overall, Airbnb saw its host ranks fall around 7 percent in the 12 months ending March 31, 2021 — but this excludes the 2 percent of single-property hosts and 1.8 percent of the rest who have decided not to accept bookings over the next three months.

What are the changes for Airbnb 2023? ›

Come Spring 2023, Airbnb will require all users booking reservations on its platform to verify their identity to book a reservation, further expanding a program that asks for credentials like a photo of a valid government-issued ID or a legal name and address.

How do I contact someone directly on Airbnb? ›

When you have a confirmed reservation, you'll have your Host's email and phone number in the messaged thread for your trip. You can send them a message or pop open the Airbnb app and call them.

How long does resolution center take with Airbnb? ›

... then it should take 5-7 business days from the date it was resolved. However, in larger cases that require receipts, pictures and documentation for damages or repairs, this could take over a month depending on how urgent the case is.

What is resolution Centre host Airbnb? ›

As a host, the Airbnb resolution centre is a great way to resolve any issues that may come up during a booking. Whether it's a problem with the property, a disagreement about the booking terms, or any other issue, the resolution centre can help you, and your guest reaches an agreement and move forward.

What happens if I don't pay my Airbnb resolution? ›

If you don't submit a timely payment or appeal, or your appeal is unsuccessful, your payment method will be charged. (This does not apply to stays in China, Japan, or India.) You'll never be charged without advance notice or a chance to appeal before and after you've been charged.

Can I contact Airbnb host by phone? ›

You can send them a message or pop open the Airbnb app and call them. If you're wondering about check-in details and instructions, you'll find them 48 hours before the check-in date on your reservation's itinerary page. If all communications failed and you can't contact your Host, contact us.

How do I connect to Airbnb host directly? ›

You can check out the listing and click or tap Contact Host to send a message. Pro tip: If you want to ask about specific reservation details, enter the dates and number of guests for your trip before hitting Contact Host (you won't be able to send a message unless you have dates selected).

What happens after 24 hours Airbnb? ›

What if I don't respond within 24 hours? Taking longer than 24 hours to respond will count as a late response, which will decrease your response rate and increase your response time. Your response rate can impact your listing's position in search results.

What is the highest host status on Airbnb? ›

Our top-performing Hosts are called Superhosts. Their listings feature a special badge that lets everyone know they're extra awesome.

Can an Airbnb host cancel in the middle of a stay? ›

Canceling a reservation mid-trip is a big deal. Penalties will be applied unless the cancellation reason meets certain limited exceptions. Try to avoid it if you can.

Can you get a refund for dirty BNB Airbnb? ›

Send a refund request

Submit your request: You'll describe the issue, provide photos or video if you can. You can ask the Host to fix the issue, request a refund of the cleaning fee, or, for severe issues, you could request to cancel your reservation for a full refund of remaining nights.

Can hosts delete reviews on Airbnb? ›

As a host, if you get a negative review on your Airbnb, you cannot delete it. Airbnb does not give hosts the chance to delete a bad or negative review made by guests against their properties. At most, you get a 30-day grace to respond to the bad review.

How much can an Airbnb host charge for damages? ›

How much can an Airbnb host charge for damages? An Airbnb host can require guests to leave a security deposit of between $100 and $5,000. Plus, the Airbnb Host Guarantee can provide hosts with up to $1,000,000 in protection for damages to their property.

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