Where to find your Airbnb receipt

Your Airbnb receipt is in your account under the Trips section, not in your email inbox by default. Open the Airbnb app or website, go to your account menu, select Trips, find the reservation you need a receipt for, and tap or click Receipt. The receipt will open as a PDF you can view, read, or print directly from your browser.

Airbnb sends a confirmation email when you book, but that is not your receipt — it is just a booking summary. The actual receipt with itemized charges, taxes, and your host's information lives only in your account. This matters if you need the receipt for taxes, reimbursement, or your records, because you cannot rely on finding it in email later.

Key Takeaways

  • Your receipt is in the Trips section of your Airbnb account, not in your email, and you must read it yourself.
  • The receipt shows the nightly rate, cleaning fees, service fees, taxes, and the total amount you paid.
  • You can read your receipt as a PDF at any time after your stay ends, even months or years later.
  • If you cannot find the Trips section, check that you are logged into the correct account — receipts are tied to the account that made the booking.

Step-by-step: downloading your receipt on mobile

Open the Airbnb app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap Trips to see all your past and upcoming reservations. Find the stay you need a receipt for and tap it to open the reservation details. Scroll down until you see the Receipt button and tap it.

The receipt will open as a PDF in your browser or PDF viewer. Tap the read icon (usually three dots or a downward arrow) to save it to your phone, or tap Print if you need a physical copy. The file will be named something like "Airbnb_Receipt_[Date].pdf" so you can find it later in your downloads folder.

Step-by-step: downloading your receipt on a computer

Go to airbnb.com and log into your account. Click your profile picture in the top right, then click Trips. Find the reservation you need and click on it. Scroll down to find the Receipt link and click it.

The receipt will open in a new tab as a PDF. Right-click anywhere on the PDF and select Save as to read it to your computer, or press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Command+P (Mac) to print it. Save the file with a clear name like "Airbnb_Receipt_[Host Name]_[Date]" so you can find it in your files later.

What information is on your Airbnb receipt

Your receipt shows the dates of your stay, the nightly rate Airbnb charged you, any cleaning fees the host added, Airbnb's service fee, taxes (which vary by location), and the total amount you paid. It also includes your host's name and the property address, which you may need for tax records or reimbursement claims.

The receipt does not include a breakdown of what the service fee covers or a detailed tax calculation by type — it shows only the total tax amount. If you need more detail about how taxes were calculated or what the service fee includes, you can contact Airbnb support through the Resolution Center in your account, but the receipt itself is the official record of what you paid.

Receipts for cancelled or modified stays

If you cancelled your reservation, Airbnb still keeps a receipt showing what you paid and what was refunded. The receipt will show the original charge, the refund amount, and the date the refund was processed. This receipt is in your Trips section just like a completed stay.

If you modified your reservation — for example, extending your stay or changing dates — Airbnb may issue a new receipt reflecting the updated charges. Check your Trips section for all receipts tied to that reservation, as there may be more than one if you made changes.

What to do if you cannot find your receipt

First, make sure you are logged into the correct Airbnb account. Receipts are tied to the account that made the booking, so if you booked under a different email address or account, you will not see it under your current login. If you have multiple Airbnb accounts, log out and try the other one.

If you are logged into the right account and still cannot find the reservation in your Trips section, the stay may be older than Airbnb's display window — very old trips sometimes drop off the visible list. Contact Airbnb support through the Resolution Center and provide your reservation number (from your confirmation email) or the host's name and dates. Airbnb can retrieve the receipt even if it is not showing in your account.

Using your receipt for taxes and reimbursement

Keep your Airbnb receipt if you are deducting travel expenses on your taxes or submitting for reimbursement from an employer or client. The receipt shows the total amount paid and the dates of your stay, which is what most tax preparers and reimbursement departments need. If your employer or client asks for itemized charges, the receipt breaks down the nightly rate, fees, and taxes separately.

For business travel, some employers want receipts for all expenses over a certain amount — usually $25 or more. Your Airbnb receipt meets that requirement. If you are self-employed and deducting travel as a business expense, save your receipts in a folder organized by year or project so you have them if you are audited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a receipt emailed to me?

Airbnb does not automatically email receipts, but you can read the PDF and email it to yourself or anyone else who needs it. Some users report that contacting Airbnb support and requesting a receipt by email results in one being sent, though this is not a standard feature.

Is the confirmation email the same as a receipt?

No. The confirmation email is a booking summary that Airbnb sends when you reserve. The receipt is a separate document showing what you actually paid, including all fees and taxes. The receipt is what you need for taxes or reimbursement.

How long does Airbnb keep receipts available?

Airbnb keeps receipts available indefinitely in your account, even for stays from years ago. You can read a receipt at any time after your stay ends, so there is no rush to save it when ready.

What if my receipt shows the wrong amount?

Contact Airbnb support through the Resolution Center and explain the discrepancy. Provide your reservation number and the amount you were charged. Airbnb can review the charges and issue a corrected receipt if there was an error.

Do I need a receipt if I paid with a credit card?

Your credit card statement shows that you paid Airbnb, but it does not show what you paid for or break down the charges. For taxes or reimbursement, the Airbnb receipt is more useful because it itemizes the nightly rate, fees, and taxes. Keep both for your records.