Do I have to pre approve an inquiry on Airbnb?


Do I have to pre approve an inquiry on Airbnb? You can respond to an inquiry with an answer, a pre-approval, or by declining. Declining an inquiry signals to the guest that their needs aren't a good fit for your space and encourages them to request another listing.


How does an inquiry work on Airbnb?

An inquiry is a message from a guest looking for more information about certain dates they have in mind before they send a trip request. It means they're this close to saying yes—so, help them out!


How do I change my Airbnb inquiry?

  1. Tap Trips and then tap the trip you want to change.
  2. Tap Change reservation.
  3. Change the dates of your stay or the number of guests and tap Save. ...
  4. Review your changes, then tap Send request.
  5. Once you send the request, the Host will receive a notification to approve or decline your request.


Why won t Airbnb accept my request?

If your reservation request is declined and the listing for the stay shows that it's still available, the host's calendar may not be up-to-date or they may want reservations of a different length or time.


How long do you have to respond to an inquiry on Airbnb?

Respond within 24 hours Be sure to respond to all messages—especially inquiries and trip requests—within 24 hours.


What if Airbnb refused refund?

Travelers should use Airbnb's resolution center to submit a claim within 60 days of checkout. Through this process, you can request money for incidents related to your Airbnb trip. If you and the host aren't able to come to an agreement within 72 hours, there is an option for Airbnb to mediate the claim.


How do I enable pre-approval on Airbnb?

To pre-approve a guest:
  1. Go to your Inbox.
  2. Click message from the guest.
  3. Click Pre-approve.


Can you trust Airbnb?

While Airbnb is a safe option for accommodation when traveling, there are plenty of things you can do to further protect yourself as you explore. Never give your personal contact information to a host or pay outside of the platform. Always pay and communicate through the Airbnb website or app.


Does Airbnb look at credit score?

Extra guests are not screened. Airbnb does require guests to provide payment information, such as a credit card or PayPal account, to complete a booking. However, this payment information is used solely for payment processing and is not used to check the guest's credit history or financial background.


Can Airbnb refuse you?

If your reservation request is declined by the host or expires (hosts have 24 hours to respond), no charge is made for the reservation and you're free to book another place to stay. Find out more about checking the status of your reservation.


How long does it take for Airbnb to approve?

How Long Does Airbnb Take to Verify ID? ID verification may take up to 24 hours. But generally, an Airbnb account gets approved within a few hours. You can also check your verification status in the verification tab of your Profile.


Are there fake inquiries on Airbnb?

Most of the time when an Airbnb host receives a booking request, it is coming from a guest who is genuinely interested in staying at the property. Unfortunately, there are incidences where hosts receive booking requests that are meant to scam the host.


Can you reserve an Airbnb without paying?

In everywhere but India, if the Host accepts your request, you'll be charged for the reservation. If they decline or don't respond within 24 hours, there's no charge and you'll be free to book a different stay instead. For guests paying in Indian rupees, you'll be charged for the reservation when you request to book.


Should you message Airbnb host before booking?

When it's a good idea to reach out. Before sending a trip request: You could send a pre-emptive hello or double-check that their place is available. If you have a question: You should be clear about what to expect. Just check the listing description to make sure the answer isn't already there.