Short-term let rules in Pembrokeshire (updated 30 Oct 2026)
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- 31 Mar 2027: WRA registration deadline
- 1 Apr 2027: second-home premium stays 125% (2027-28)
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What changed (30 Oct 2026): Pembrokeshire: the council has confirmed the second-home council tax premium stays at 125% from 1 April 2027 (2027-28), the same as 2026-27. Its premium page was revised on 29 Oct 2026 to add the 2027 rate. Source 路 Get free alerts
Council tax second-home premium of 125% from 1 Apr 2026 (on top of the standard charge), down from 150% in 2025-26. The council has confirmed it stays at 125% from 1 Apr 2027 (2027-28).
Licensing or registration
Registration requiredNo council licence yet. Wales-wide: if you take bookings of 31 nights or fewer you must register with the Welsh Revenue Authority by 31 Mar 2027 (free, applies even with no council levy).
A national licensing scheme is legislated but not in force (default commencement March 2030). Check if you must register 路 What the licensing Act will require.
Control area / planning
None foundNo control area or Article 4 direction listed here.
Visitor levy
None foundNo levy listed here. Check the gov.wales list of councils charging the levy.
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Fees
WRA registration is free. Council tax second-home premium: 125% from 1 Apr 2026, on top of the standard charge (150% in 2025-26, 200% in 2024-25). The council has confirmed the premium stays at 125% from 1 Apr 2027 (2027-28), per its premium page revised 29 Oct 2026. Exceptions apply.
Source: source
What changed in Pembrokeshire
- Pembrokeshire: the council has confirmed the second-home council tax premium stays at 125% from 1 April 2027 (2027-28), the same as 2026-27. Its premium page was revised on 29 Oct 2026 to add the 2027 rate. Official source
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Wales guides and tools
- Do I need to register with the WRA? 4-question checker
- Second homes council tax premium in Wales: rates, the 182-night test and exceptions
- Business rates or council tax? Occupancy threshold tracker
- Holiday let fire safety in Wales: what you need and a checklist
- Wales licensing scheme (2026 Act, legal default March 2030): who needs a licence
- How holiday lets are taxed since the FHL regime ended
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Key dates
- 1 Apr 2026: second-home premium 125%
- 31 Mar 2027: WRA registration deadline
- 1 Apr 2027: second-home premium stays 125% (2027-28)
Pembrokeshire short-let rules: quick answers
Do I need a licence or registration for a short-term let in Pembrokeshire?
No council licence yet. Wales-wide: if you take bookings of 31 nights or fewer you must register with the Welsh Revenue Authority by 31 Mar 2027 (free, applies even with no council levy). A national licensing scheme is legislated but not in force (default commencement March 2030). Check if you must register 路 What the licensing Act will require.
Do I need planning permission for a short-term let in Pembrokeshire?
No control area or Article 4 direction listed here.
Is there a visitor levy (tourist tax) in Pembrokeshire?
No levy listed here. Check the gov.wales list of councils charging the levy.
What fees apply to short-term lets in Pembrokeshire?
WRA registration is free. Council tax second-home premium: 125% from 1 Apr 2026, on top of the standard charge (150% in 2025-26, 200% in 2024-25). The council has confirmed the premium stays at 125% from 1 Apr 2027 (2027-28), per its premium page revised 29 Oct 2026. Exceptions apply.
Answers summarise the sections above. Follow each section's official source before acting.
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