Understanding Airbnb’s Partnership Policies

Created by Vijai Subramanian, Modified on Fri, 17 Oct, 2025 at 4:29 PM by Vijai Subramanian

? Overview

As an Airbnb Partner, you agree to a set of policies that govern property listings, payouts, and customer experience. Here’s a summary of the most important ones you should know.


? 1. Listing and Availability

  • Keep property details and images accurate.

  • Update calendar regularly to avoid double-booking.

? 2. Payment & Payouts

  • Payouts are released within 24 hours after guest check-in.

  • Premium partners receive faster payment clearance and priority support.

? 3. Guest Communication

  • Respond to booking requests and messages within 24 hours.

  • Maintain a minimum 4.5-star rating for continued partnership.

⚠️ 4. Violation and Penalties

  • Repeated cancellations or misrepresentation may lead to account suspension.


? For Policy-Related Queries

If you need clarification or updates:

  • Raise a ticket under:

    • Category: Partnership Policy

    • Issue Type: Policy clarification / Account eligibility


Pro Tip

Check your Partner Dashboard → Insights tab to track performance metrics and maintain Premium Partner status.

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