Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme
in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Apply for Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Scheme Overview
The Directorate of Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration is implementing ‘Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme’ all over the Island based on the approved guidelines of the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India under the scheme “Incredible India Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Establishment”.
Eligibility Criteria
A person holding property in A & N and willing to use a part of it to provide accommodation for Guests (Tourists) can Register the same under the Bed and Breakfast (B & B) Scheme of A & N Admin.
The property can be either “Owned” or “Rented / leased”. For purpose of this scheme, the term “Owner” refers to both types mentioned above.
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Benefits
The scheme will be on a bed-and-breakfast basis, and charges will have to be levied accordingly. The type of breakfast to be offered will have to be specified, the charges will have to be displayed, and the visitors will have to be informed in advance to avoid unnecessary disputes.
Once an establishment applies for classification or reclassification, it will have to be ready at all times for inspection by the Classification Committee. No requests for deferment of inspection will be entertained.
Classification will be valid for three years from the date of issue of orders or, in the case of reclassification, from the date of expiry of the last classification, provided that the application has been received within the stipulated time, i.e., 3 months before the expiry of the last classification.
The application fee payable for classification or reclassification of a B&B or homestay will be as follows, and the demand draft will be payable to the Sr. Accounts Officer, Directorate of IP&T, Port Blair.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Annexure I: Application Form. |
| 2 | Annexure II: Facilities Checklist. |
| 3 | Annexure III: Undertaking by the owner/promoter . |
| 4 | Name and category of the B&B/Homestay. |
| 5 | Promoter/owner names and addresses. |
| 6 | Property details (room counts, sizes). |
| 7 | Ownership or lease documentation . |
Common questions in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Who can apply for Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Eligible residents of Andaman and Nicobar Islands who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Applicants in Andaman and Nicobar Islands typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme aims to provide **clean, affordable, and quality accommodation** for domestic and foreign tourists by allowing them to stay with Indian families and experience authentic Indian culture and cuisine.