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Do you need ID for Airbnb?

We require listing Hosts, new Co-Hosts, and booking guests to be verified. When you book a stay or when you become a Host, we may need to verify your personal information, such as your legal name, address, phone number, and other contact details. We may also ask for a photo of your government ID and a selfie.



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Bookings. If you're a guest booking a place to stay, you'll need to complete identity verification. If you're a guest booking an Experience, you may need to complete identity verification if your Host requires it. This step occurs during checkout and usually takes under a minute to upload your details.

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Airbnb's policy on guests leaves it up to the host to specify and encourages hosts to be clear about their limits. Hosts can state the number of people, cost per person, and the number of beds in the property. However, there is a limit of 16 people, to discourage large parties.

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We'd love to welcome your loved ones into Airbnb. But to help maintain transparency and trust throughout our community, you can't book on their behalf unless you're staying together.

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Only people 18 or over can make reservations, but a child's legal guardian is able to book additional spots for guests who meet your minimum age requirement. It's up to you if you charge for kids under 2 or if you let them come for free.

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Does Airbnb Accept Cash? Unfortunately, Airbnb does not accept cash. In fact, hosts accepting offline and cash payments are a violation of Airbnb's terms of service and Airbnb encourages guests to report this if hosts request offline or cash payments.

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Airbnb doesn't allow for hidden cameras or any other types of concealed recording devices. It does allow hosts to install security cameras in or around the property – as long as they're not in private areas like bedrooms or bathrooms, and as long as they are properly disclosed.

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Depending on local laws and regulations, having more people than allowed could result in fines or even eviction from the property. Additionally, overcrowding can lead to uncomfortable living conditions for everyone involved as well as potential damage to the property itself due to wear and tear from extra guests.

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Yes, two people can stay in one room on Airbnb with one reservation. When making a reservation, you will have the option to specify the number of guests who will be staying in the room. Make sure to select the correct number of guests to ensure that the host is aware of how many people will be staying in the room.

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Additionally, accommodating more guests may also require more cleaning and preparation time, which can increase the costs for the host. Therefore, charging more for additional guests is a way for Airbnb hosts to cover these additional expenses and ensure they are adequately compensated for their services.

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Before you book, a Host will only be shown your first name and identity verification status. Your full name and profile photo will be shared with the Host after your booking is confirmed.

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When you submit a reservation request, we may place a hold on your payment method, called an authorization, for the full amount of the reservation. If your reservation is accepted, the authorization will turn into a real charge and the amount will be deducted from your payment account.

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Here's a closer look at some of the most common Airbnb payment methods:
  1. Credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Amex, JCB.
  2. Debit cards that can be processed as credit cards.
  3. Google Pay.
  4. Apple Pay.
  5. PayPal.
  6. Airbnb gift cards.


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Hey BP! So we've heard it said depending on location and a few other variables that the typical rule of thumb for our cash on cash ROI on a rental property we should try to shoot for is anywhere from 8%-12%.

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We all love to wander the world, but it's against our Terms of Service for anyone under the age of 18 to create an account to travel or host.

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