- From January 1, 2026, the VAT rate for short-stay accommodation in the Netherlands increases from 9% to 21%.
- The new rate applies to hotels, holiday homes, B&Bs, guesthouses, hostels, online platform rentals, and furnished temporary housing.
- Camping accommodation remains at the reduced 9% VAT rate.
- The 21% VAT applies based on the date of stay, regardless of when the booking or payment was made.
- The change is part of broader fiscal measures to increase public revenue.
Source: globalvatcompliance.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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