Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme 2026 — ₹1–₹2 Lakh Interest-Free Loan + Registration Support | goatourism.gov.in |
| State | Goa (गोवा) |
| Launched By | Government of Goa |
| Launch Year | 2018 |
| Benefit | ₹1–₹2 lakh interest-free loan + official registration + marketing listing for Goa residents setting up homestay/B&B tourism units |
| Category | Employment |
| Beneficiaries | 2,000+ registered homestays in Goa |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://goatourism.gov.in |
What is Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme?
Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme helps Goa residents set up registered homestay or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) tourism units by providing ₹1–₹2 lakh interest-free loan and registration support. Goa is India's top tourism destination and the government actively promotes community-based tourism through homestay units. The scheme is administered by the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) and Goa Tourism Department. Registered homestays get tourism department support, listing on official portals, and marketing assistance. Goa has around 2,000+ registered homestays and the scheme targets expansion to 5,000 units.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1–₹2 lakh interest-free loan + official registration + marketing listing for Goa residents setting up homestay/B&B tourism units. The scheme was launched in 2018 and is implemented by the Government of Goa.
गोंय पर्यटन होमस्टे योजना गोंय रहिवाशांक होमस्टे / Bed & Breakfast पर्यटन युनिट सुरू करपाखातीर ₹1–₹2 लाख व्याजमुक्त कर्ज आनी नोंदणी सहाय्य दिता. नोंदणीकृत होमस्टेक goatourism.gov.in वयर listing आनी marketing साहाय्य मेळता. गोंय भारताचें सगळ्यांत लोकप्रिय पर्यटन स्थळ आसा — होमस्टे हो एक बरो उत्पन्नाचो मार्ग.
📌 फायदा: ₹1–₹2 लाख व्याजमुक्त कर्ज + अधिकृत नोंदणी + goatourism.gov.in वयर listing — होमस्टे / B&B उभारपाखातीर.
पात्रता:
गोंय domicile 15+ वर्सां, होमस्टेखातीर योग्य property, Tourism Dept नोंदणी मापदंड पुरवण, Police Clearance.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
goatourism.gov.in → Homestay Registration form → Aadhaar + property docs + police clearance + photos → Tourism Inspector visit → नोंदणी + GTDC कडून व्याजमुक्त कर्ज अर्ज.
Benefits of Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme
✅ ₹1–₹2 lakh interest-free loan + official registration + marketing listing for Goa residents setting up homestay/B&B tourism units
Who is Eligible for Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme?
- ✓ Goa resident — 15 years minimum domicile
- ✓ Owns or has access to residential property in Goa suitable for homestay (minimum 1 spare room)
- ✓ Property must meet Goa Tourism Homestay Registration norms (room size, facilities, hygiene standards)
- ✓ Willingness to register under Goa Tourism Homestay Classification Scheme
- ✓ No criminal background / clear police verification
- ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account
- ✓ GST registration may be required for larger homestay operations
Documents Required for Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme
How to Apply for Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme Online?
- 1Visit goatourism.gov.in or Goa Tourism Department office, Panaji
- 2Download and fill Homestay Registration application form
- 3Submit Aadhaar, domicile, property documents, police clearance, house layout, and photos
- 4Tourism Department inspector visits and inspects the property for compliance with homestay norms
- 5Property classified — Silver / Gold / Diamond category based on facilities
- 6For interest-free loan: apply separately at GTDC — submit project cost estimate and bank account details
- 7Registered homestay gets listed on goatourism.gov.in and receives marketing support
Official Government Portal — Goa
Apply directly on the official Goa government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
🔗 Apply at goatourism.gov.in — Homestay RegistrationFrequently Asked Questions — Goa Tourism Homestay Scheme
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