The host is primarily looking out for their property and, of course, their guests too. By checking your passport, they can confirm your identity, age, and nationality.
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Sharing passport details with an Airbnb host can be risky, especially if the host is not legitimate. If the host is a fraudster or scammer, they could use your passport details to commit identity theft.
Verifying the identity of guests and Hosts helps us to: Scan for fraudulent behavior. Do background checks where permitted under applicable laws. Understand if a malicious actor has taken control of an account.
As veterans in the hospitality industry, we understand that this basic request might be unfamiliar for many travelers. But rest assured, we're happy to clarify that this is perfectly normal and required by law. Yes, even locals have to present our IDs at hotels, B&Bs, and other accommodations both in Italy and abroad.
Some hosts believe asking for passport details is crucial, but there are other ways to confirm who you are. Airbnb has its own ID verification system, for example, where you can upload a government-issued ID and a selfie. This gives hosts the info they need without you having to share your passport.
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.
Check the host's profileAirbnb verifies users (both hosts and guests) through several factors, including government IDs, email addresses, and phone numbers. Always check the host's profile to make sure they've uploaded these things—you can find it on the left side of their profile page.
A passport number is a serial number specific to each passport. Commonly, this series of digits represents where the document was issued and the applicant. Your passport number is vital when applying for an electronic visa or a paper visa as it identifies you and your unique ID.
Most AirBnB places do ask for a copy of your passport. It's like going to a hotel where they ask you. If you can try to negotiate to give them a copy of it in person when you meet, they might be fine with it if you're not comfortable using a web link. Just try and work with them to see what they are open to doing.
The Host may ask for ID upon check-in, if done in person and if the requirement is in the Host's house rules at the time of booking or is required under applicable laws.
Depending on the nature of the violation, Airbnb may also take other actions, such as canceling an upcoming or active reservation, refunding a guest from a Host's payout, and/or requiring Hosts to provide proof that they have addressed issues before they can resume hosting.
Smoking: Guests should not smoke inside a listing unless they are allowed to do so by the Host. This includes the use of tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, etc.
It's up to you, as the Host, to decide if you can accommodate any extra people. If guests show up with extra people, you have the right to turn them away.