Paying for a reservation
Paying for a reservation
How payments work
- How-toPaying and communicating through AirbnbPaying and communicating through Airbnb helps ensure that you're protected under all of our Host and guest safeguards.
- How-toWhen you’ll pay for your reservationTiming differs by the type of booking you’re making and the location of the stay.
- How-toHow the Resolution Center helps youThe Resolution Center lets you request or send money for things related to your Airbnb trip. Guests and Hosts can ask Airbnb for help in rea…
- How-toPayment plansYou'll pay for part of your reservation upon booking confirmation, and future payments will be deducted automatically on the dates listed on…
- Legal termsPayment plans in BrazilYou'll pay for part of your reservation upon booking confirmation, and future payments will be deducted automatically on the dates listed on…
- How-toIf a Host asks for more moneyAll pricing information is included when you book a reservation using Airbnb. There are a few exceptions.
- How-toPayments and declined trip requestsIf your trip request isn’t accepted by the Host or expires without a response, there’s no cost for the reservation.
- How-toPay for a monthly stayFor a monthly stay (28 nights or more), you’ll be charged a first month payment and the rest will be collected in monthly instalments.
- How-toSubmit statements for payment verificationOn a desktop or laptop computer, your billing statement can be uploaded as either a PDF or photo. On a mobile device, it can be uploaded as …
- How-toTipping experience HostsNo tip is necessary as Hosts price the experience to fully cover their costs, but an honest review is always appreciated.
- How-toReservations in IndiaIndian credit cards require two-factor authentication, so guests residing there are charged for the full cost of the reservation when submit…
Payment methods
- How-toPaying outside AirbnbIf an Airbnb Host on the Airbnb site asks you to pay off-site or through another company, report it to us.
- How-toPayment methods acceptedWe support different payment methods depending on the country your payment account is located in.
- How-toEditing, removing, or adding a payment methodFind out how to manage your payment methods.
- How-toChanging your payment method for a confirmed reservationIf your reservation is confirmed and paid for, you can’t change the payment method. If it isn’t, you can cancel and rebook with a different …
- How-toUsing multiple payment methodsUnless you have Airbnb credits or a coupon to use, you can’t split the total cost of your Airbnb stay or experience across multiple payment …
- How-toHow do I confirm my payment method?You can go to your account and follow the directions.
- How-toSupported currenciesWe support many different currencies and ways to pay. Learn more about them and potential fees associated with your choice.
- How-toChoosing a payment currencyThe prices on Airbnb will show in your default currency, which you can change at any time. You can also change the payment currency when boo…
- How-toHow do I use PayPal to pay?If PayPal is available, you'll be able to select it on the checkout page.
- How-toHow do I use PayU to pay?PayU is available as a payment method if you specify India as your country of residence in your profile.
- How-toHow do I use Alipay to pay?When you submit a reservation request and choose to use Alipay, you'll be redirected to the Alipay website, where you’ll log in to make your…
- How-toHow do I use Sofort Überweisung to pay?If available, select Sofort Überweisung (or Sofort Banking) as the payment method and you’ll be guided through the payment process.
Payment troubleshooting
- How-toIf you're unable to complete a transactionThis can happen for a number of different reasons, from an expired credit card to fraud prevention. Check with your bank or credit card comp…
- How-toWhy is my credit card getting declined?This can happen for a number of different reasons, from an expired credit card to fraud prevention. Check with your bank or credit card comp…
- RulesWhy am I being asked to confirm my payment method?To help keep your account secure, we may ask you to confirm your payment method.
- How-toWhy was I charged twice for a reservation?Your payment method may need to be authorized during reservation and before the final charge.
- How-toHow do I verify my card using temporary authorizations?We’ll send two temporary authorizations of $1.99 or less to verify your debit or credit card. Once verified, you can use your card to book s…
- How-toWhy was a hold placed on my payment method when I requested to book a reservation?Your payment method may be authorized when booking. If your reservation is accepted, it becomes a real charge deducted from your payment acc…
- How-toI disputed a charge from Airbnb with my bank, what happens next?When you dispute a charge with your bank, you initiate a dispute process called a chargeback. This process is handled directly by your bank.
- RulesConfirm your credit or debit cardSometimes your bank will need to verify it’s actually you making an online payment with your credit card.