2 hours ago The three exceptions that mean you won't have to pay tourism tax in Wales

The charge, of up to £1.25 a night, will come in from 2027 at the earliest

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29 hours ago New charge for anyone staying overnight in Wales as tourism tax introduced

The Welsh Government has announced that a 'tourism tax' will be imposed on holidaymakers from 2027 - with families of four set to pay an extra £4-£6 per night to stay

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29 hours ago Overnight visitors to Wales could pay ‘tourism tax’ under Welsh Government plans

The Welsh Government estimated that the levy could generate up to £33 million a year if all Welsh local authorities introduce it.

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29 hours ago Cost of Welsh tourist tax revealed as proposal sets out 2027 introduction

Visitors to Wales staying overnight could be charged with an extra levy by 2027

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29 hours ago Wales tourism tax announced as amount and start date confirmed – live updates

The fee will vary from 75p to £1.25 a night but the change will not take effect until at least 2027

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29 hours ago Wales reveals tax every visitor staying overnight will have to pay from 2027

The visitor levy, known as a tourism tax, will be in force from 2027 at the earliest

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