Visitor Levy
Read our latest information and frequently asked questions about the Visitor Levy:
Conwy County Borough Council has decided to defer any decision on introducing a visitor levy in the county.
At a meeting on 24 September 2026, Full Council approved a recommendation to postpone consideration of a visitor levy until further evidence and practical experience are available. This will allow the Council to better understand the potential impacts and benefits of a levy, including lessons learned from other areas of Wales where visitor levies may be introduced.
The decision follows a public consultation held between 20 May and 17 July 2026, which gathered views from residents, visitors and businesses. Feedback highlighted concerns about the availability of robust evidence, the potential impact on businesses and visitor numbers, and the effect a levy could have on Conwy's competitiveness as a tourism destination.
As a result, there are currently no plans to introduce a visitor levy in Conwy County, pending further evidence and evaluation.
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It’s a small overnight charge that councils in Wales may introduce to help fund improvements to local tourism facilities and services.
Where a visitor levy has been introduced, the levy rate is a per person per night charge on overnight accommodation, set as:
- £0.75 per person per night for those staying at campsites (pitches) and hostels, excluding people under 18.
- £1.30 per person per night for those staying in all other visitor accommodation types (all ages)
If a visitor accommodation provider is VAT‑registered, VAT will be charged on the full amount billed to the visitor, including any levy that is passed on to them.
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No. Conwy County Borough Council has decided to defer any decision on introducing a visitor levy in the county until further evidence and practical experience are available to enable a fully informed assessment of its potential impacts and benefits.
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The earliest a visitor levy could be introduced by any local authority is April 2027, and only after a full consultation process and all statutory requirements have been completed. Councils are required to give at least 12 months' notice before introducing a levy and can only implement one on two dates each year: 1 April or 1 October.
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The Welsh Revenue Authority (WRA) will manage collection and administration of the Visitor Levy.
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Yes. All visitor accommodation providers in Wales will need to register with the Welsh Revenue Authority from 1st October 2026, even if their local council doesn’t introduce a levy. Accommodation providers must register with the Welsh Revenue Authority by 31st March 2027 at the latest
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Funds raised would be reinvested locally to support tourism infrastructure, improve visitor experiences, and benefit communities.
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We will continue to provide updates on this page as they become available. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact tourism@conwy.gov.uk.
For business information, visit the Business FAQs page
