Airbnb’s New Cancellation Policies
What Hosts Need to Know (Before It Costs You!)
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Big Change Alert:
Starting January 20, 2025, Airbnb is updating its cancellation policies in 11 countries—potentially a test run before a global rollout.
Where This Applies:
🇦🇷 Argentina | 🇨🇦 Canada | 🇨🇱 Chile | 🇨🇴 Colombia | 🇲🇦 Morocco | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 🇵🇭 Philippines | 🇵🇱 Poland | 🇿🇦 South Africa | 🇸🇪 Sweden | 🇹🇷 Turkey
What’s Changing?
🔹 24-Hour Free Cancellation for All
Guests can cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund (if booked at least 7 days before check-in).
Previously: Stricter policies like Firm and Strict didn’t allow this.
🔹 New "Limited" Policy
Full refund up to 14 days before check-in, 50% refund for cancellations 7-14 days before.
Previously: Guests had to cancel much earlier under the existing Firm or Moderate policies.
🔹 Strict Policy Phased Out
Not available for new listings.
Existing hosts must opt out by Jan 20, or they’ll be switched to "Firm."
Why Airbnb Is Making This Move
Beyond guest experience, regulations ar…