Rental Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
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Authorities have intensified enforcement because many condominiums are being used illegally as short-term accommodation.
Under the Hotel Act B.E. 2547 (2004), any property offering daily or weekly paid stays is considered a hotel and must hold a valid hotel licence. The government aims to stop unlicensed operations that undermine safety standards, reduce tax collection, and create unfair competition for licensed hotels.