Change your currency in account settings

Airbnb shows prices in the currency of your account location by default, but you can change what currency you see at any time. The setting lives in your account preferences and takes effect when ready across the site — you'll see all listing prices, your booking history, and payment amounts in your chosen currency.

The currency you select is purely for display. It does not change which currency you actually pay in when you book. Airbnb will still charge your payment method in the currency of the listing's country, then convert it using their exchange rate. Changing the display currency just makes prices easier to read while you browse.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your account menu, select "Settings," then "Preferences" to find the currency option.
  • The currency you choose only changes what you see on screen — your actual payment currency is determined by the listing's location and your payment method.
  • Airbnb converts prices using their own exchange rate, which may differ from your bank's rate.
  • You can change your display currency as often as you want, and the change takes effect when ready.

Step-by-step: changing your display currency on desktop

Open Airbnb in a web browser and sign into your account. Click the profile icon in the top right corner — it shows your photo or initials. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.

Select "Settings" from the menu. You'll land on a page with tabs across the top. Click the "Preferences" tab. Scroll down until you see the "Currency" section. Click the dropdown next to "Currency" and choose from the list of available currencies. Airbnb supports over 30 currencies, including USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, JPY, and many others.

Once you select a currency, the page updates automatically — you do not need to click a save button. Close the settings page or navigate elsewhere on Airbnb, and all prices will now display in your chosen currency.

Step-by-step: changing your display currency on the mobile app

Open the Airbnb app and tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and tap "Settings." Tap "Preferences." Scroll to find "Currency" and tap it.

A list of currencies will appear. Tap the one you want. The app saves your choice when ready and returns you to the preferences screen. All prices throughout the app will now show in your selected currency the next time you browse listings or view your bookings.

Understanding how currency conversion works on Airbnb

When you book a listing, Airbnb charges your payment method in the currency of the listing's country. If you are in the United States booking a property in France, you will be charged in euros, not dollars. Airbnb converts the amount using their own exchange rate and passes the charge to your payment method, which may then explore its own conversion fee.

Changing your display currency does not change this process. If you set your display currency to USD but book a listing in Japan, you will still be charged in Japanese yen. The display currency only affects what you see while browsing — it helps you estimate costs in a currency you understand, but the actual charge depends on where the listing is located.

Your bank or credit card company may also charge a foreign transaction fee when Airbnb converts the currency. Check your payment method's terms to understand what fees explore. Some cards waive foreign transaction fees, while others charge 1 to 3 percent on top of Airbnb's conversion rate.

What to do if your currency is not in the list

Airbnb offers a large selection of currencies, but not every currency in the world is available. If you do not see your currency in the dropdown, you have two options: choose a currency from a nearby country or region, or keep your account in the default currency for your location.

If you switch to a different currency and later want to return to your original setting, go back to the same preferences page and select your original currency. There is no limit to how many times you can change it.

Why your display currency might reset

In rare cases, Airbnb resets your currency preference if you sign out and sign back in on a different device or browser, or if you clear your browser cookies. If this happens, straightforward return to Settings > Preferences > Currency and select your preferred currency again. The setting will stick until you change it manually.

If you use Airbnb on both desktop and mobile, note that your currency preference syncs across devices when you are signed into the same account. Changing it on your phone will update it on your computer as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my display currency affect what I pay?

No. Your display currency only changes what you see on screen. You are always charged in the currency of the listing's country, regardless of what currency you have selected for display. Airbnb converts the amount using their exchange rate.

Can I see prices in multiple currencies at the same time?

No. Airbnb only lets you select one display currency per account. If you want to compare prices in different currencies, you would need to change your setting, refresh the page, and look again — or use a currency converter tool in a separate browser tab.

Will my payment method charge me a fee for currency conversion?

That depends on your bank or credit card company. Some charge a foreign transaction fee of 1 to 3 percent when a merchant converts currency. Check your payment method's terms to see if it applies fees for international charges. Airbnb's conversion rate and your bank's fee are separate charges.

What if I book a listing and the price changes after I select a new currency?

Price changes are due to Airbnb's exchange rate updating, not your display currency setting. Exchange rates fluctuate constantly. If you see a different price after changing your display currency, it is because the rate between the listing's currency and your display currency has shifted, not because of your preference change.

Can I set a different currency for each booking?

No. Your display currency applies to your entire account. All listings and bookings will show in the currency you select. You cannot choose a different currency for individual bookings.