StovitaTourist tax in Val Mara: what holiday rentals pay in 2026
How much is the tourist tax in Val Mara?
| Valid | Model | Adults / Children | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| from January 1, 2018 | per person per night | up to 13: exempt · 14 and older: CHF 2.00 | Cantonal tourist tax: CHF 2.00 for holiday apartments; children under 14 are exempt. Show it separately on the guest invoice. |
How do I settle the tourist tax in Val Mara?
- Settlement: annually
- How to settle: Private landlords must settle accounts with the responsible regional tourism organisation at least once a year, by 5 January.
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Ticino: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Tourism Act (Arts 21–22) and Executive Decree on Tourist Taxes (as at 1 January 2025), applicable throughout the canton. The landlord pays a promotion levy of CHF 1.25 per night. The flat rate per bed applies only to owner use and rentals of 3 months or more. The listing must include an identification number. The responsible regional tourism organisation (OTR) is not confirmed, but is probably Mendrisiotto e Basso Ceresio.
Taken from a public source, not yet verified by Stovita.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the tourist tax in Val Mara?
Adults: CHF 2.00 per person per night
Do children pay tourist tax in Val Mara?
up to 13: exempt
Does Airbnb collect the tourist tax in Val Mara?
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Ticino: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Sources
A short summary, not legal advice. The linked official source and your municipality’s rules prevail.