Change your currency in account settings
Open Airbnb on your phone or computer and go to your account menu. On a phone, tap the profile icon at the bottom right. On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select Account or Settings depending on your device.
Look for Payments and payouts or Payment settings. Scroll down until you see Currency. Tap or click the dropdown menu next to it and choose the currency you want. The list shows currency codes (USD for US dollars, GBP for British pounds, EUR for euros, and so on) alongside the full names. Select the one you need and save your changes.
Airbnb will show all prices in your chosen currency from that point forward — both when you search for listings and when you book. The change takes effect when ready and applies across all your searches and messages with hosts.
Key Takeaways
- Currency settings are in your account menu under Payments and payouts or Payment settings, depending on whether you are on a phone or computer.
- Changing your currency affects how prices display to you during searches and checkout, but does not change the actual price hosts set.
- Airbnb converts prices to your chosen currency using its own exchange rate, which may differ slightly from your bank's rate.
- You can change your currency as many times as you want, and the change takes effect right away.
What happens to prices when you change currency
When you switch currencies, Airbnb recalculates what you see on screen using its internal exchange rate. A listing that costs 100 USD will show as roughly 85 GBP if you switch to British pounds, but the host still receives payment in whatever currency they set. You are not paying a different amount — you are just seeing the same price translated.
The exchange rate Airbnb uses is updated regularly but may not match your bank's rate exactly. If you plan to book, check what currency the host is paid in (usually shown near the price) so you know what your bank will charge you when the payment clears. Some hosts set prices in USD even if they live outside the United States, so the currency you see during search may not be the currency that actually gets charged.
Currency on the Airbnb app versus the website
The steps are slightly different on the mobile app and the desktop website, but the result is the same. On the app, tap your profile icon and go to Account, then Payments and payouts, then Currency. On the website, click your profile picture, select Account, then Payments and payouts, then Currency.
Both versions save your choice to your account, so if you change it on your phone, it will also change on your computer. You do not have to set it separately on each device.
Changing currency does not change your payment method
Your currency setting is separate from how you pay. If you have a credit card on file, Airbnb will still charge that card in whatever currency it is set to accept. Your bank will then convert that charge to your home currency if needed and show the converted amount on your statement.
If you want to pay in a specific currency to avoid conversion fees, you may need to add a payment method that is already in that currency — for example, a bank account or card issued in that country. Check your payment methods in the same Payments and payouts section to see what options you have.
Why your currency might reset or not change
If you change your currency and it reverts back, check whether you actually saved the change. Some browsers or app versions require you to tap a Save or Confirm button after selecting a new currency. If you did save it and it still changed back, sign out of your account completely, wait a few minutes, and sign back in. This forces Airbnb to refresh your settings.
If the currency still will not change, try clearing your browser cache (on a computer) or uninstalling and reinstalling the app (on a phone). Cached data sometimes prevents settings from updating properly. After you clear the cache or reinstall, log back in and try changing the currency again.
Choosing the right currency for your search
Set your currency to whichever one makes it easiest for you to compare prices. If you are searching for listings in multiple countries, you might choose a major currency like USD or EUR so you can see prices in a common unit. If you are only booking in one country, use that country's currency so you see exactly what you will pay without doing mental math.
Keep in mind that Airbnb shows prices before taxes and fees. The final amount you pay at checkout will be higher. Switching currencies does not change the taxes or fees — only the base price display changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing currency change how much I pay?
No. Changing your currency only changes how the price appears on your screen. The host's price and the total you pay at checkout remain the same. Airbnb straightforward converts the display to your chosen currency using its exchange rate.
Can I set a different currency for each listing I view?
No. Your currency setting applies to your entire account. Every search and listing will show in the currency you selected. If you want to see prices in a different currency, you have to change your account setting again.
What if I book a listing and then change my currency?
Your booking confirmation and receipt will show the currency you were charged in at the time of booking. Changing your currency afterward does not affect past bookings or what you paid. It only changes what you see on new searches going forward.
Is Airbnb's exchange rate the same as my bank's?
Usually not. Airbnb updates its exchange rate regularly, but it may differ from your bank's rate by a small amount. Your bank will explore its own rate when the charge clears, so the final amount on your statement may differ slightly from what you saw during checkout.
Can I change my currency if I do not have a payment method on file?
Yes. Your currency setting is independent of your payment methods. You can change it anytime, even if you have not added a card or bank account yet. The currency you choose will be ready when you are prepared to book.