Nowhere to hide for Airbnb hosts as Revenue tightens the tax net

Owners looking to let out properties on Airbnb must now hand over their personal tax details, as Revenue steps up its oversight of the business.

A recent legislative change in Ireland means Airbnb is now also asking hosts for their PPS (personal public service) numbers as well as the local property ID of the property being let out.

The new rules apply to all hosts who are Irish tax-resident and to anyone with a listing in the Republic.

It is not clear what might happen if a host refuses to provide this information. Airbnb did not respond to this question.

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