UP Launches BnB & Homestay Policy 2025 | Mandatory Registration by June 9 2026

The Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has officially launched its Bed and Breakfast (BnB) and Homestay Policy 2025, a major move to bring informal guest facilities under formal regulation. Until now, thousands of small BnBs and homestays across cities such as Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra, and Ayodhya operated largely through online platforms like Airbnb or Booking.com — often without any state-level oversight.

Under the new policy, every existing and new BnB or homestay must register with the state tourism department by June 9, 2026. The registration process is expected to include verification of ownership, safety standards, hygiene, and guest record-keeping — aligning with national hospitality norms.

The policy’s objectives are to ensure accountability, raise service quality, and standardize visitor experiences while integrating local operators into the formal tourism ecosystem. Once registered, units can access government-endorsed benefits such as inclusion in official tourism listings, access to training programs, and possible incentives for eco-friendly or heritage-based stays.

This initiative follows India’s wider tourism push — especially in states like Kerala and Rajasthan, which have already implemented formal homestay policies. For UP, with its strong religious, cultural, and heritage tourism demand, the move could help manage quality control, improve safety for travelers, and boost the hospitality economy ahead of major upcoming events.

Key Watchpoints

• Deadline: June 9, 2026 — mandatory registration cutoff.
• Scope: Applies to all residential-building-based stays, regardless of size or platform.
• Purpose: Better regulation, uniform standards, & consumer trust.
• Risk: Non-compliance may lead to de-listing or penalties once enforcement begins.