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In the U.S. there’s no national guest registry — compliance is local. WACheckin runs online check-in, verifies guest identity and helps you meet local short-term-rental rules and lodging-tax reporting.
There’s no single federal authority — requirements come from your city or county.
Unlike Europe or Latin America, the U.S. has no national police guest-reporting system.
Many cities and counties require short-term-rental registration or permits and a lodging/occupancy tax (TOT).
Verify each guest’s ID to prevent fraud and meet platform and local requirements.
Duties that, done by hand, mean forms and time. With WACheckin they run themselves.
Many cities require an STR permit or registration number before you host.
Occupancy/lodging tax (TOT) often applies and must be reported to your city or state.
Confirm who’s staying with ID capture and verification at check-in.
Store check-in data and tax records in case the city or platform asks.
You never touch a form. It happens on its own with every booking.
They submit their details and ID from their phone, before arrival.
ID verification and guest data are captured and organized automatically.
Your registration data and tax records are in one place, whenever you need them.
Note: This page is informational and not legal or tax advice. Short-term-rental rules and lodging taxes vary by city, county and state; check your local requirements or a professional.
Let online check-in and the AI agent handle registration for you. We’ll show you with your own properties.