Aberdeen City Council

Aberdeen Visitor Levy Guide for STL Operators

Understand Aberdeen visitor levy rules, rate and cap details, booking cutoffs, and recordkeeping essentials for STL providers.

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Key levy details

Levy rate: 7%
Cap: No cap
Effective from: 1 April 2027
Advance booking cutoff: TBC
Provider retention: TBC

Scheme details still being finalized

Advance booking cutoff is still not published in current Aberdeen City Council scheme material.
Provider retention percentage remains under review after business engagement.

What operators should track

Accurate accommodation charge per booking in pence.
Check-in and check-out dates so nights subject to levy are calculated correctly.
Booking date for cutoff handling where the scheme requires it.
Any exemption status and supporting notes for auditability.
Quarter totals: levy collected, provider retention, and council amount due.

LevyTrack is a compliance tracking tool, not legal advice. Always check current rules with your local council and visitor levy guidance before filing returns.