Reservation pending but i have instant book?

[Rowena29]

Hi 

I am VERY NEW to hosting and airbnb so would appreciate your help.

I have instant book turned on but i require government ID. I ve got 3 bookings so far this way ( two yet to stay).

Just got a reservation pending request. The guest has no reviews and no photo. Does this mean that he is not verified and therefore was not able to instant book?

Any suggestios as to what questions i should ask.? (Bit worried he is a young male and booking for a party )

If i DO decide to go ahead how do i accept?

Would really appreciate your advice re this. Our first group turned out to br less than ideal...

Thanks

[Roberta2]

Hi @Rowena0

Yes, if it is pending and asking for your approval, it is because the guest does not fulfill your pre-set criteria.

If he is verified, it should have a green tick next to his / her picture.

You can also ask for a picture, saying that guests without pictures or verifications are not accepted.

The guest should comply quite quickly if he / she has nothing to hide. 

Good luck hosting 🙂