Payments 1 year in advance

[Gavin4]

Hello Airbnb community. I am a host. I've just had a guest stay with me. They really enjoyed their stay and want to stay again next year. However they don't want to tie a lot of money up for a year. Is there anyway they can pay a holding deposit now and pay the balance later. I'm comfortable with them doing that. Gav.

[Donna15]

@Gavin4, I believe this is not possible. Unless a guest is staying over a long term (in which case payments are monthly), the full payment of a booking is always made at once. 

Does the guest already know the dates he plans to visit again? If so, you could block those dates for a specified period. Perhaps ask if they'd confirm with you (or book) at least 3 months ahead of their planned arrival time, so that the dates won't be blocked in case they change their mind. 

[Lynda21]

Hi,

Hi....I'm new to the AirBnB family and appreciate your help.

So basically, when a guest pays, AirBnB holds their funds until they arrive? Then upon arrival, they release the funds to the host.

Is this correct?

Thanks,

Lynda

[Gerry-And-Rashid0]

That's correct - roughly 24 hours after arrival (for short stays). Long stays have different payment arrangements.

[Brittany1]

Yes @Lynda21  that is correct