What you get
The Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme will provide the following benefits to the registered owners of the property: | - A useful source of additional income for homeowners registered as BnB/Homestay units. | - Association with the prestigious Punjab Tourism brand and Bed & Breakfast/Homestay unit owners to be allowed to use Punjab Tourism Logo on their sign boards. | - The benefit in terms of support from the Department of Tourism/Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board (PHTPB) in marketing the BnB/Homestay unit, through: | - Promotion on the official website of Punjab Tourism. | - Media coverage by travel writers. | - Appearance in the Department of Tourism's /Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board's brochures distributed through the Punjab Tourist Information Centres and in other events organized/participated. | - Promotion through domestic and international trade fairs. | Issuance of BnB/Home Stay Certificate: | - Certificates will be issued by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), PHTPB | - The duration of the Certificate is Lifetime.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the “Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme”?
This scheme provides a clean and affordable place for international and domestic tourists and offer an opportunity for the tourists to acquaint themselves with the cultural heritage of Punjab.
What is the aim of this scheme?
The aim of the scheme is to provide comfortable Bed & Breakfast (BnB)/Home Stay Facilities and to supplement the availability of accommodation across the State.
Which department has implemented this scheme?
Department of Tourism & Cultural Affairs, Government of Punjab
What is the ‘Bed & Breakfast Unit’?
A Bed & Breakfast (BnB) unit in Punjab is generally a private house with at least one let-able guest room which serves breakfast to its guests.
What is the ‘Homestay’?
The Homestay is a unit which provides only a stay facility without providing breakfast. However, the owner of the Homestay may also arrange the breakfast for the guest as per his demand and the charges mutually agreed.
Who can apply under the scheme?
The owners of the residential properties in Punjab are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What are the eligibility conditions for registering under the ‘Gold category’?
- The construction of the house should not be more than 20 years old at the time of submission of the first application for registration. | - The property should have at least 25% open area such as lawn/green area/outside terrace. | - Provision for hygienic storage of food should be there. | - Adequate parking space for the guests inside the premises should be there.
What are the eligibility conditions for registering under the ‘Silver category’?
The properties which do not fulfill the criteria prescribed for the Gold category having at least one let-able room shall be eligible for registration under the Silver category.
What are the benefits provided to the registered owners of the property under the scheme?
The Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme will provide the following benefits to the registered owners of the property: | - A useful source of additional income for homeowners registered as BnB/Homestay units. | - Association with the prestigious Punjab Tourism brand and Bed & Breakfast/Homestay unit owners to be allowed to use Punjab Tourism Logo on their sign boards. | - The benefit in terms of support from the Department of Tourism/Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board (PHTPB) in marketing the BnB/Homestay unit, through: | Promotion on the official website of Punjab Tourism. | Media coverage by travel writers. | Appearance in the Department of Tourism's /Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board's brochures distributed through the Punjab Tourist Information Centres and in other events organized/participated. | Promotion through domestic and international trade fairs.
Who will issue the certificate?
The certificate will be issued by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), PHTPB.
What is validity of the certificate?
The duration of the Certificate is Lifetime.
How can submit the application form under the scheme?
The owners of the residential properties, desirous of getting their property registered as a Bed & Breakfast unit/Homestay unit, shall submit their application on the web portal of the Department of Tourism (https://punjabtourism.punjab.gov.in/).
Is there any application fee for applying under the scheme?
Yes, A non-refundable application fees shall be payable for registration/renewal of Bed & Breakfast units and Homestay units as follows: | For Gold Category: [?]5,000/- | For Silver Category: [?]3,000/-