Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme

What is Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme?

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”.

Benefit

1. 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. 1. 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. 1. 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. 1. 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. **Star Category****For Classification / Reclassification**Silver₹1,000/-Gold₹2,000/-

Level

State — Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Ministry / Dept.

Andaman & Nicobar Tourism

Benefit type

other

Key eligibility

1. 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. 1. The property can be either “Owned” or “Rented / leased”. For purpose of this scheme, the term “Owne

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Benefits

1. 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. 1. 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. 1. 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. 1. 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. **Star Category****For Classification / Reclassification**Silver₹1,000/-Gold₹2,000/-

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Online application — step 1

   Application Form

2. Step 2: Online application — step 2

   Fill out the prescribed application form (Annexure I), facilities checklist (Annexure II), and undertaking (Annexure III) page no. 4 onwards

3. Step 3: Online application — step 3

   Attach Documents: Include supporting documents such as:

4. Step 4: Online application — step 4

   Proof of ownership or lease ID proof of applicant Photographs of rooms, kitchen, entry area No Objection Certificate (if applicable)

5. Step 5: Online application — step 5

   Fee Payment:

6. Step 6: Online application — step 6

   Pay the applicable registration/classification fee and attach the payment receipt.

7. Step 7: Online application — step 7

   Submit To:

8. Step 8: Online application — step 8

   The Director (Tourism) Directorate of Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration, Port Blair

9. Step 9: Online application — step 9

   Inspection:

10. Step 10: Online application — step 10

    Premises will be physically inspected by the classification committee after preliminary scrutiny.

11. Step 11: Online application — step 11

    Certificate Issuance:

12. Step 12: Online application — step 12

    Upon successful inspection, a classification certificate will be issued.

13. Step 13: Online application — step 13

    Validity:

14. Step 14: Online application — step 14

    Certificate is valid for 2 years. Renewal application must be submitted at least 3 months before expiry.

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Guideline ↗
• View on myScheme (Government of India) ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.