How to Report Airbnb Income to HMRC (UK Guide)

Last updated: March 2026

Note: This is an updated overview. For the complete guide, see our detailed walkthrough.

If you earn money from Airbnb in the UK, HMRC expects you to report it. Since January 2024, Airbnb reports your earnings directly to HMRC — so they already know what you’ve made. The question is whether you’re reporting it correctly.

Quick Summary

• Under £1,000/year gross income: No reporting needed (property income allowance)
• £1,000–£2,500: Contact HMRC, they may adjust your tax code
• Over £2,500: You must file a Self Assessment tax return
• Over £50,000: Making Tax Digital applies from April 2026

What You Need to Do

1. Calculate your gross income (before Airbnb fees)
2. Track allowable expenses (cleaning, maintenance, insurance, etc.)
3. File a Self Assessment (SA105 property pages) or submit via MTD-compatible software
4. Pay any tax due by 31 January

Gross vs Net: The Most Common Mistake

Airbnb pays you after deducting service fees. But HMRC wants your gross income — the total booking amount before fees. List platform fees as a separate expense.

Example:

• Guest pays: £500
• Airbnb fee: £50
• Your payout: £450
• Report to HMRC: £500 income, £50 expense

How HMRC Knows

Since 2024, Airbnb reports your earnings under OECD Digital Platform Reporting rules. HMRC receives:

• Your total gross earnings
• Number of transactions
• Property details

Your Self Assessment must match this data.

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