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Check how to apply VAT as a visitor accommodation provider who pays Visitor Levy in Wales.

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First published:
15 September 2026
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If you're VAT registered

VAT applies to the total amount guests pay for their stay. 

This includes Visitor Levy if you pass its costs on to your guests.

Read guidance on charging levy fees and refunding your guests.

Paying your VAT

You must not include your VAT (Value Added Tax) on your Visitor Levy returns. 

If you’re VAT registered, you must pay:

  • Visitor Levy to the Welsh Revenue Authority
  • VAT to HMRC

Getting a relief from VAT

You might get a relief on stays of 29 and more nights in a row.

Read guidance on VAT and hotels and holiday accommodation

If you are not VAT registered

If you decide to raise your prices or charge levy fees, it will count towards your taxable turnover for VAT. And you may need to register for VAT.

Getting advice

You can get advice on VAT from HMRC or your accountant.