Guest Registration

Guest registration is the process by which vacation rental operators collect personal information from guests, such as full name, date of birth, nationality, passport or ID number, and dates of stay, as required by local law. Many European countries, parts of Latin America, and an increasing number of US municipalities mandate guest registration for short-term rentals, often requiring data to be submitted to police or tourism authorities within 24 to 48 hours of check-in. Failure to comply can result in fines and permit revocation. Guest registration also serves practical purposes for property managers, including identity verification and security. Hostaway integrates with guest registration systems to automate data collection and submission, reducing the administrative burden of compliance across multiple jurisdictions.