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Paying for a reservation

How payments work

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Paying and communicating through Airbnb
Paying and communicating through Airbnb helps ensure that you're protected under all of our host and guest safeguards.
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When you’ll pay for your reservation
Timing differs by the type of booking you’re making, how you're paying, and the location of the stay.
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How the Resolution Center helps you
The Resolution Center lets you request or send money for things related to your home stay, service, or experience.
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How to get to the Resolution Center
You can access the Resolution Center through the Help Center if you need to send or request money for things related to your Airbnb stay or experience.
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Pay for your reservation using an Airbnb payment plan
You'll pay for part of your reservation upon booking confirmation, and future payments will be deducted automatically on the dates listed on the checkout page.
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Payment plans in Brazil
You'll pay for part of your reservation upon booking confirmation, and future payments will be deducted automatically on the dates listed on the checkout page.
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If a host asks for more money
All pricing information is included when you book a home, service, or experience—but there are a few situations where you may owe more after paying.
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What happens to your payment when a reservation request is declined or expires
If your reservation request is declined by the Host or expires, the authorization placed on your payment method will be removed or if your payment method was already charged, you’ll be refunded.
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Who’s eligible to use Klarna to pay over time
Klarna performs an eligibility check to determine if they can offer you a payment plan. If you're eligible, you’ll have the option to either pay for your reservation in full at the time of booking, or to Pay Over Time with Klarna.
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When you'll be charged for a reservation using a payment plan
Guests can use a pay part now, part later payment plan to book a reservation. Find out when to expect charges and what happens if payment doesn’t go through.
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Pay for a monthly stay
For a monthly stay (28 nights or more), you’ll be charged a first month payment and the rest will be collected in monthly instalments.
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Submit statements for payment verification
On 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 a photo.
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Tipping experience Hosts
No tip is necessary as Hosts price the experience to fully cover their costs, but an honest review is always appreciated.
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Paying for reservations in India
Indian credit cards require two-factor authentication, so guests residing there are charged for the full cost of the reservation when submitting a trip request.

Payment methods

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If a host asks you to pay outside Airbnb
If an Airbnb host on the Airbnb site asks you to pay outside or through another company, report it to us.
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Payment methods accepted
We support different payment methods depending on the country your payment account is located in.
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Add or remove a payment method
Find out how to manage your payment methods.
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When you can change your payment method
If your reservation is confirmed and paid for in full, you can’t change the payment method. If you have any scheduled future payments, you can change the payment method for an upcoming payment before it’s processed.
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Paying for your reservation using multiple payment methods
You can’t split the total cost of your Airbnb stay or experience across multiple payment methods when booking and paying in full. If you have scheduled future payments, you can use a different payment method for upcoming payments.
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Confirm a payment method
Confirm a payment method by going to Account > Payments and payouts and check your payment methods.
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Supported currencies and currency fees
We support many different currencies and ways to pay. Learn more about them and potential fees associated with your choice.
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Set your default payment currency
You can select a default currency for Airbnb payments.
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Change your payment currency
The prices on Airbnb will show in your default currency, which you can change at any time. You can also change the payment currency when booking a reservation or for scheduled future payments.
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Automatic updates to cards on file
Banks report card information changes to a service so we can make sure your payment method is up to date.
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Pay for your reservation over time with Klarna
With a ‘pay over time’ payment plan from Klarna, you can pay for a trip over a number of weeks or months—giving you greater flexibility on how and when you want to pay.
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How to pay with PayPal
If PayPal is available, you'll be able to select it on the checkout page.
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How to pay using Alipay
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 payment.
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Using a Gift Card for a Pay Part Now, Part Later Reservation
The “Pay Part Now, Part Later” (PPNPL) option makes it easy to book a reservation and pay in two smaller installments. Here's how you can use a gift card with this option.
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How 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.
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Pay with your bank account to save money on a monthly stay
Find out how US-based travelers can pay with a bank account.
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Paying and getting paid on behalf of someone else
You can pay for a reservation using someone else’s payment method or provide information to facilitate payouts for another person, but we may need additional information to process the payment.

Fixing payment issues

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Something went wrong with your payment
This can happen for a number of different reasons, from an expired credit card to fraud prevention. Check with your bank or financial institution for details.
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Why your payment is getting declined or isn’t working
This can happen for a number of different reasons, from an expired credit card to fraud prevention. Review the common errors you can receive and what to do to resolve them.
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Why you’re being asked to confirm your payment method
To help keep your account secure, we may ask you to confirm your payment method.
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Why you were charged twice for a reservation
Your payment method may need to be authorized during reservation and before the final charge.
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Verify your card using temporary authorizations
We’ll send 2 temporary authorizations of $1.99 or less to verify your debit or credit card. Once verified, you can use your card to book reservations.
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When there’s a payment hold or authorization on your payment method
What to know if you have a pending payment on your account.
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If a credit card or bank statement mentions an Airbnb plan fee
Plan fees on your credit card or bank statement are installment payment plan fees from your credit card or bank, not Airbnb.
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I 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.
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Authenticate your credit or debit card when making a payment
Sometimes your bank will need to verify it’s actually you making an online payment with your credit card.

Paying for a reservation

How payments work

Payment methods

Fixing payment issues

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