What is the Airbnb charge?
A charge from AIRBNB* or AIRBNB.COM on your bank statement refers to a vacation rental, apartment booking, or specialized "Experience" booked through the Airbnb platform. These charges cover the nightly rate, cleaning fees, service fees, and any local taxes.
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- AIRBNB* [ORDER CODE] — standard descriptor for a specific rental
- AIRBNB* EXPERIENCE — for guided tours or activities
- AIRBNB* RESOLUTION — indicates a payout or charge resulting from a host-guest dispute
- AIRBNB* ADYEN — occasionally seen if the payment is processed via Adyen
Is This Charge Legitimate Or Fraudulent?
Airbnb charges are typically legitimate but can be surprising due to the timing (some hosts charge upon booking, others on arrival). Fraud usually involves "account takeover," where someone logs into your account and books a stay for themselves. If you have no "Trips" scheduled in the app but see a charge, your account security has been compromised.
Why Does This Charge Appear On My Bank Statement?
Airbnb acts as the payment escrow. Common reasons for confusion include:
- Security Deposits: While Airbnb doesn't typically charge security deposits upfront, they may place a "hold" on your card if the host requires one.
- Late Damages: After you check out, a host has 14 days to file a damage claim. If Airbnb supports their claim, your card will be charged the resolution amount.
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Stop This Charge Now → Get the Dispute Toolkit- Payment Plans: If you used the "Pay Part Now, Part Later" option, the second half of the stay will be charged automatically a few weeks before check-in.
- Verification Holds: When you add a new card, a small temporary authorization may appear.
How To Stop This Charge
To stop an Airbnb charge for a future trip:
- Log in to your Airbnb account.
- Navigate to Trips.
- Select the reservation in question.
- Choose Cancel reservation.
- Review the refund amount (determined by the host's policy) and confirm.
Note: Some "Non-Refundable" policies mean you will not get any money back if you cancel late, but cancelling still ensures no further partial payments are taken.
How To Dispute This Charge
Always use the Airbnb Resolution Center first. Airbnb provides "AirCover" protection for guests against fraudulent hosts or misrepresented listings.
Dispute with your bank if:
- Your bank was charged but there is zero record of the transaction in your Airbnb "Trips" or "Payments" history.
- Airbnb has authorized a damage charge that you can prove is fraudulent (e.g., you weren't even in the country).
- A refund promised in writing by Airbnb has not arrived after 15 business days.
Timeline guidance
For damage claims, you must respond to Airbnb within 24-72 hours. For bank disputes, you generally have 60 days.
Evidence you'll need
- Photos/Videos of the property at check-out to disprove damage claims.
- The specific Airbnb reservation ID (e.g., HM43J8WR).
- A copy of the host's cancellation policy as it appeared on the day you booked.
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