Hosting Responsibilities

StayAmi Host Responsibilities & Compliance

Host Responsibilities

1. Accurate & Detailed Listings – Ensure property details, descriptions, and images accurately reflect the listing.
2. Genuine Ownership Details – Listings must reflect actual ownership or management with valid documentation.
3. Seamless Booking Experience – Facilitate smooth bookings with instant confirmation and minimal delays.
4. No Unnecessary Cancellations – Avoid cancellations unless necessary and communicate properly when required.
5. No Changes to Stay Types – Maintain consistency with the original booking terms.
6. Timely Refunds – Process refunds as per platform and guest policies.
7. Guest Security – Implement safety measures such as locks, surveillance, and emergency protocols.
8. Compliance with StayAmi Policies – Adhere to StayAmi’s guidelines, terms, and community standards.

Permissions & Legal Considerations

• Ownership & Rental Agreements – Ensure legal rights before listing a property.
• Housing Regulations – Review association or rental agreements to confirm hosting is allowed.
• Legal Restrictions – Properties under court attachment or rent control cannot be listed. Hosts are solely responsible for any legal consequences.

Local Regulations & Tax Compliance

• Regulatory Compliance – Hosts must comply with local tax laws, licensing, and regulations.
• Tax Deduction & PAN – StayAmi deducts 1% TDS from Indian resident hosts per Section 194-O of the Income-Tax Act. If PAN is not provided, the withholding tax is 5%.
• GST Compliance – StayAmi deducts applicable GST from booking amounts and directly remits it to tax authorities. Hosts do not need to handle GST remittance.

Guest Registration Requirements

• Hosts must maintain check-in and check-out records.
• For foreign guests, passport details must be collected and securely stored.
• Certain accommodations must submit Form C within 24 hours of a foreign guest’s arrival.
• Hosts must also maintain Form B as a guest register for compliance.

For detailed tax and regulatory requirements, refer to India’s government guidelines.