Where to find the currency setting on Airbnb

You change your currency in your account settings, not on the search page. Open Airbnb, click the profile icon in the top right corner, and select Account. Scroll down to the Payments section and look for Currency. Click it, choose your currency from the dropdown list, and save. The change takes effect when ready across your entire account.

If you are on the Airbnb app instead of the website, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, then tap Account. The path to currency is the same: scroll to Payments and select Currency.

The currency you choose here is the one Airbnb will show you for all prices, your payment history, and your payout statements if you are a host. Changing it does not change what you actually pay — Airbnb will convert at their current rate if your payment method is in a different currency.

Key Takeaways

  • Currency settings are in your account Payments section, not on the home page or search results.
  • Changing your currency display does not change the actual amount you pay, only what currency the prices appear in.
  • Airbnb converts between currencies at their own rate if your payment method does not match your chosen display currency.
  • The change takes effect when ready on both the website and the app, and applies to all future bookings and statements.

Why Airbnb shows prices in different currencies

Airbnb detects your location and shows prices in the local currency by default. If you are traveling or using a VPN, you may see prices in a currency that is not your home country's. Changing the setting overrides this automatic detection and locks in your chosen currency for as long as you stay logged in.

Hosts set their nightly rates in their own currency. When you view a listing, Airbnb converts that rate to whatever currency you have selected. The conversion rate Airbnb uses is not always the same as your bank's rate, so the final amount on your credit card statement may differ slightly from what you saw on the website.

What happens when your payment method and display currency do not match

If you choose to display prices in euros but pay with a US dollar credit card, Airbnb will convert the euro amount to dollars at their rate before charging you. Your bank may then explore its own conversion fee on top of that. You will see the euro price on the Airbnb website, but the dollar charge will appear on your statement.

To avoid multiple conversion fees, set your display currency to match your payment method's currency whenever possible. If you travel frequently between countries, you may want to use a payment method in the currency you spend most often.

Changing currency on the Airbnb app versus the website

The steps are nearly identical on both platforms. On the website, go to your profile icon and select Account. On the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom and tap Account. In both cases, scroll to Payments and select Currency. The dropdown list is the same on both, and the change syncs across your account within seconds.

If you change the currency on the website, it will update on the app the next time you open it. You do not need to change it separately on each platform.

Currencies Airbnb supports

Airbnb supports over 30 currencies, including USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, JPY, CNY, INR, and most other major currencies. The full list appears in the dropdown menu when you click Currency in your Payments settings. If your currency is not listed, you can display prices in USD or another major currency and your bank will convert at checkout.

The currency you choose must be one Airbnb officially supports. You cannot create a custom currency or use a cryptocurrency.

How currency changes affect your booking history and receipts

When you change your display currency, past bookings in your history will still show the currency they were made in. Only future bookings and new searches will display in your newly selected currency. Your receipt for a past booking will not retroactively change to the new currency.

If you need to see a past booking in a different currency for reference, you can temporarily change your currency setting, take a screenshot, and change it back. Airbnb does not provide a way to view historical bookings in multiple currencies at once.

Troubleshooting: Currency setting not saving or not showing

If you change your currency and it does not stick, clear your browser cache and cookies, then log out and back in. On the app, try closing it completely and reopening it. If the currency dropdown does not appear in your Payments section, make sure you are logged into the correct account — some accounts may have restrictions based on their region or payment status.

If you are still unable to see the currency option after these steps, contact Airbnb support through the Help section in your account. They can check whether your account has any restrictions that prevent currency changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my currency on Airbnb change what I actually pay?

No. Changing your display currency only changes what currency the prices appear in on the website or app. The actual amount you pay is determined by your payment method and Airbnb's conversion rate at the time of booking. If your payment method is in a different currency than your display currency, Airbnb will convert the amount.

Can I set a different currency for each listing I view?

No. The currency you set in your account settings applies to your entire account. All listings, searches, and bookings will display in that currency until you change the setting again.

What currency will I see if I do not change my setting?

Airbnb automatically detects your location based on your IP address and shows prices in the local currency of that location. If you are traveling or using a VPN, you may see a currency that is not your home country's. Changing your currency setting overrides this automatic detection.

Will my host see the currency I chose?

No. Your host sees prices in their own currency, which they set when they listed the property. The currency you choose only affects what you see on your screen. Your host's view does not change based on your settings.

Can I change my currency after I book?

Yes. You can change your currency setting at any time. Past bookings will still show in the currency they were made in, but your receipt and account statements will reflect your new currency setting going forward.