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Polk County, FL: vacation rental tax and permit guide
Last checked Oct 26, 2026 from official sources. Not tax advice.
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| Does Airbnb or Vrbo collect it? | Yes for Airbnb bookings (Airbnb Help 2301 lists Polk). Vrbo also lists Polk. Both collect the state sales tax and surtax. Direct bookings are always yours. |
| Where to file | Polk Tax Collector (Phenix Online) |
| How often / due | Monthly; due the 1st and late after the 20th of the following month (Florida pattern). |
| Late penalty | Florida standard (s. 212.12): 10% per 30 days, minimum $50, up to 50%, plus interest. County-specific wording: Confirm with county. |
| Registration / permit | Account with the Polk Tax Collector. |
| Main markets | Lakeland, Davenport, Haines City |
| Good to know | Portal change: the old Excise portal closed Aug 14, 2026; monthly filings go through Phenix Online from Aug 17, 2026. |
Related guides
Sources
- Polk Tax Collector, TDT (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Florida DOR Form DR-15TDT (R. 10/26) (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Airbnb Help 2301 (Florida) (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Vrbo Help: lodging taxes U.S. F–M (checked Oct 26, 2026)
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