McAllen, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hidalgo County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00Processing: Varies
$100.00License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing TimeVaries
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in McAllen, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in McAllen, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in McAllen, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in McAllen, Texas.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in McAllen?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.
Where do these McAllen short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against McAllen's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with McAllen, Hidalgo County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.