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Payments designed for tourism

We help you take card payments from any country easily in-advance and in-person, with free payouts direct to your bank account in any currency.
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Charge in Advance

Let your guests secure their booking in advance by sending them a payment link before they arrive, so that they can pay online easily and safely.

You can also charge card details received from OTAs like Booking.com and Expedia.

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Charge In-Person

No need for a card machine — download our app onto your phone or tablet, and your customers can pay instantly.

Prefer contact-free payments? Create a payment link using our app, and let guests pay on their own device.

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Take Website Bookings

Let guests book and pay directly on your website - just add our widget to your site and your guests can pay online.

Set availability and restrictions easily thorough your Tab account and manage both places to stay and tours/activities.

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Simple pricing. For all cards and all currencies.

International transactions shouldn't be expensive. Our prices are the same for every transaction.
In-Person Payments
2.9%
per transaction
When the customer is with you, or has completed their stay or visit
Advance Payments
2.9%
 + US$1
per transaction
Before the customer arrives - this includes charging card details from OTAs and Checkout Flow bookings
  • No monthly fees
  • No setup, hardware or hidden fees
  • No fees for refunds or payouts
  • Charge your customer in their own currency
    International card fees should be transparent for you and for your customer.

    We charge your customer directly in their home currency, so they don't pay any international transaction fees or currency exchange fees, which are typically 3-12% of the payment.

    Instead, they pay Tab a 4% platform fee. This fee is always clearly shown at the time of payment.

    ‍Tab is usually the cheapest option for your customer compared to a regular card machine or paying by cash.
Ask us about volume pricing if your sales are above USD 50,000 per month.
  • Easy customer refunds
    Refunds are easy and free. You can refund all or a part of a payment, and we refund our fees to both you and your customer.
  • Secure platform
    We've been operating since 2015 and are registered in the US, UK and EU. We have bank grade security - all sensitive data is stored using AES-256 encryption and is sent over secure SSL connections.
  • Great customer service
    Our customer service is all run by real people. We're proud that our team is what our customers like the most about Tab (apart from how easy it it to use!). We focus on being helpful and finding solutions, so we'll always take the time to understand your questions and give you a full response.
  • Designed for tourism
    We’re the only payments system that’s designed specifically for tourism businesses, so all of our features are designed with you in mind. We work all over the world, with thousands of businesses.  We have a solution for you however you want to take payments from your guests.

How do payouts work?

We send payouts weekly direct to your bank account. We can send in over 140 local currencies - and it's free!

Because we only work with tourism businesses, we have experience sending payouts to nearly every country in the world, so you can rely on us.
  • Automatic weekly payouts
  • Free payouts in your currency
  • 140+ payout currencies
  • 1
    We check your balance
    On Sundays at midnight (UTC time) we check your Available Balance. We have minimum payouts - usually USD 500, but we can usually reduce it to USD 100 - just ask us!
  • 2
    We send your payout
    On Wednesdays, we send your payouts. We send in nearly every currency in the world, direct to your bank account - and there’s no charge for payouts.
  • 3
    You receive your payout
    Depending on which country your bank is in, it usually takes 1-4 working days for your payout to arrive.
Payments That Work For You

Designed for your business

Hotels
Hostels
Tour Operators
Activity Operators
Retreats & Boutiques
Language Schools
Large Hotels & Chains
Designed for Hotels

Compatible with OTA bookings and full of features to make payments the easiest part of your business.

  • Send your guests payment links in advance to secure their booking – no more no-shows!
  • Charge customer card details from Booking.com and Expedia reservations immediately
  • No monthly fees – only pay for the payments you process
Designed for Hostels

Easy to set up, easy to use, and full of features to make payments the easiest part of your business.

  • Take payments in seconds when your guest arrives – no delays in getting them checked in
  • Unlimited app downloads – so every team member can take payments, from the front desk to the bar to the beach
  • No more no-shows – send your guests payment links in advance to secure their booking
Designed for Tour Operators

Take payments in advance and on the move!

  • Send your guests payment links in advance to easily pay their deposit
  • Take payments instantly when your guests want to make additional purchases
  • Unlimited app downloads so every staff member and tour guide can take payments – even with limited internet connection in the remotest locations
Designed for Activity Operators

Flexible payments to suit your business. Take payments in advance or on the move.

  • Let your guests pay for extras on-the-spot on any device, with even the weakest internet connection
  • No monthly fees – only pay for the payments you process
  • Get weekly payouts direct to your bank account in your preferred currency – even for low amounts
Designed for Retreats & Boutiques

Discover hassle-free ways for taking international payments and receiving payouts to any account, in any currency.

  • Give your guests the peace of mind of a confirmed booking by sending them a payment link to secure their booking
  • Track payments and issue refunds for free on your easy-to-use dashboard
  • Send your guest a personalised bill for an easy experience at the end of their stay
Designed for Language Schools

Secure your bookings in advance, reduce your no-shows, and take payments from guests from all over the world.

  • Send your guests payment links for their course deposit to secure their booking
  • Create a personalised Bill for your guest for an easy experience at the end of their stay or course of study
  • Take payments instantly when your guests arrive – or if they want to add payments for meals and activities during their stay
Designed for Large Hotels & Chains

Tab can provide bespoke payment solutions for larger businesses. If your business processes more than $50,000 USD a month and you have a problem that needs solving, please contact us.

  • Works with all OTAs
  • Easy to use dashboard to monitor all transactions and easily issue refunds
  • Unlimited app downloads – so every member of staff can take payments

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Personalised advice

Let us help you make sense of your options.

Book a call with one of our advisors to talk about the best options for international payments in your country.

No commitment – just friendly, helpful advice.

Local expertise

We're designed specifically for tourism, working with thousands of businesses across the world.

We can give you advice on all your payments questions – from how to deal with different currencies to the best way to receive your payments.

Help for new businesses

We have special processes in place for new businesses with shorter trading histories.

We work with you directly and can usually get your account set up within 2-3 days, so you can rest easy knowing your payments are taken care of.
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Global Availability

International Coverage

Payments by Tab currently supports thousands of tourism businesses located across Latin America, Africa & Asia. We offer payouts in local currency or any major currency – to banks in almost any country.
LATAM
Antigua & Barb.
Argentina
Belize
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Curaçao
Dom. Rep.
Ecuador
El Salvador
Guatemala
Guyana
Honduras
Jamaica
Mexico
Nicaragua
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Saint Lucia
The Bahamas
Trinidad & Tob.
Turks & Caicos
Uruguay
Africa
Botswana
Cape Verde
Egypt
Kenya
Madagascar
Morocco
Mozambique
Namibia
Rwanda
South Africa
Tanzania
The Maldives
Uganda
Zambia
ASIA
Cambodia
India
Indonesia
Laos
Malaysia
Myanmar
Nepal
Philippines
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Vietnam
Don’t see your country here? You can still apply – Tab works with businesses all over the world.

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Customer Stories

Meet the Business

Cabinas Tortuguero

"Most of our guests pay by card and this is really easy with the Tab app."

Nehle
Owner, Cabinas Tortuguero
Costa Rica
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Alam Kita

"Because I am located on a very small island, it was difficult to get this credit card machine from the ordinary bank in here… so I was so happy to find out about Tab so the people can pay with their credit cards at last…!"

Margo
Owner, Alam Kita
Indonesia
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Ecotourism Nam Et-Phou Louey

"Collecting advance and instant credit card payments in Lao currency (LAK) with free payouts to Lao bank accounts! A game changer!"

Janina
Ecotourism Advisor, Ecotourism Nam Et-Phou Louey
Laos
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Trusted by thousands of businesses

Pure Kitesurf
Cartagena, Colombia
It's easy to handle, no basic fees, they don't charge as much as other companies and have outstanding customer support. That’s why I recommend you guys: superb customer service!
Home of Friends Guesthouse
Kapchorwa, Uganda
Tab helps us to ease the payment process for both our guests and ourselves. We don't have to deal with loads of cash anymore.
Hostel Nucapacha
Guayaquil, Equador
In a country where bank fees are really high, Tab was a great solution for my business.
Green Climbers Home
Thakhek, Laos
I love the ease of Tab and that it allows guests to see their bill in their preferred currency.
Chile Private Tours
Santiago, Chile
Tab has been a very practical solution for us to accept credit card payments from all over the world and receive payment in US dollars, in a safe and easy-to-use fashion.
Casa Urbana Hotel
Quito, Equador
We love it because it's really easy to use, any of our staff members can do easy payments to our guests. Also guests love the low rate fee! I feel very safe with them.
Calala Lodge
Cabuya, Costa Rica
Amazing customer service. Great product in general! Solved our CC payment issue.
La Fortuna at Atitlan Boutique Eco Hotel
Santa Cruz La Laguna, Guatemala
Being off grid and solar powered, we can have issues with power and traditional credit card equipment. Our guests though continually asked for this option, and because TAB works off our manager's iPhone and our front reception iPad we can use cellular if the power goes out and still complete the transaction.
Suites Metropoli
Quito, Ecuador
For me, the trust that was built between Tab and my business is fundamental. You can easily realize they take care of your business interests as well as your customers. Easy to use.
The Yak Hostel
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Our staff and our customers find it very easy and comfortable to use.
La Buena Vida
Puerto Lopez, Equador
I've worked with Tab for the past 3 years. It's user-friendly, fast and can charge credit cards from my phone. Tab has made it so easy for our small hotel to accept all credit cards and with very low fees! We're so happy with the service that we recommend it to everyone.
La Chimba Hostel
Santiago, Chile
Tab is a reliable partner, payouts are like clockwork. We’ve never had any issues.
The Jaguar's Jungle
Drake Bay, Costa Rica
Being able to accept credit cards is huge for us because we are so remote.
Guerrera Rice Paddy Villas and Restaurant
Camiguin Island, Philippines
Tab has made us legit! In a place this far out, cash has been the only way to do business as the banks just haven't caught up. But most of our clients from abroad prefer to pay with their cards.
The Hummingbird
Bocas del Toro, Panama
The service is working great. We love it!
Lalay Lodge
Thandwe, Myanmar
I am loving the Tab system as it’s easy and we can secure advanced room bookings.
The Driftwood Surfer
El Paredon, Guatemala
Easy and fast - the new app is amazing!
Tikal VIP Tours
Flores, Guatemala
It has helped me with the most difficult thing, charging credit cards, because sometimes tourists don’t want to carry cash.
The Yak Lake House
Bacalar, Mexico
I like how simple it is to use and the customer service is very helpful.
Hospedaje Blue Ocean
Mancora, Peru
Tab helped us a lot as we can charge the customer a deposit in advance - and the cooperation with Booking.com was a great advantage. We had no ‘no shows’ any more.
Swell Guatemala
El Paredon, Guatemala
The software is very practical for us as we are quite disconnected and now we can charge clients directly from our phone or iPad. Payouts are always on time and it's very clear online to keep track of all transactions.
Salty Jackal Backpackers
Swakopmund, Namibia
Tab is easy to use and quick to set up.
Ecotourism Nam Et-Phou Louey
Vientiane, Laos
Tab has helped us by collecting advance and instant credit card payments in Lao currency (LAK) with free payouts to Lao bank accounts! A game changer!
Koko Acqua Lodge
Bocas del Toro, Panama
It has worked in a very positive way for my business. I am able to take advance payments which our local bank's POS never allowed us to do.
Magic Packer Hostel
Cusco, Peru
Easy to use! I feel sure that my money is in good hands.
Bamboo Jam
Koh Rong Samloem, Cambodia
Simple and transparent payments, safe online gateway, payouts every week, lower fees than other providers. Our customers love it.
La Iguana Perdida
Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
We love using Tab – it's easy and convenient!
La Cabaña Eco Hotel
Salento, Colombia
It’s helped me by being able to have more bookings, and bookings that I know will show up and that I can charge customers anywhere in the world.
Jenna's Riverside B&B
Panajachel, Guatemala
I am so pleased that I can use Tab with my clients. It's fast, easy and I always get a smile when I ask for the selfie, that always surprises people!
Simple Beach Lodge
Las Peñitas, Nicaragua
I’ve been referring all businesses around here as we are having a great experience using Tab.
Nick's Adventures Bolivia
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Payments are easy, non complicated and customer support is great.
Elephant Valley Project
Mondulkiri, Cambodia
We just received our first payment via Tab and we are really happy with the low rates and the ease of use!
La Paz VIP Tours
La Paz, Mexico
Intuitive and easy to use. In less than 10 minutes after learning the site, I started using it.
Phranakorn-Nornlen Hotel
Bangkok, Thailand
Easy and friendly to use the software to charge customer cards.
Surf & Yoga Mirissa
Mirissa, Sri Lanka
It's the first online payment gateway that we've used, it's really user-friendly and clients love it.
Aqua Adventures
Santos Guardiola, Honduras
Was looking for an alternative to PayPal and found Tab. The customer service has been great since the very first day helping understanding the system, faster. Payments to our bank and refunds to our customers are impeccable. Very reliable. It's all we ask when using a software like this.
Apoyo Lodge
Laguna de Apoyo, Nicaragua
We are able to offer card payments to our customers even though we are located in a remote area with no access to phone lines. The fees are reasonable, and the system has worked perfectly for us in the last 3 years we have used it daily. Their customer support is superb, always very responsive, polite and gets it done.
Outlanders Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia
I have been using Tab for two years so it has helped me in increasing sales, definitely. For me, it’s really really easy to take bookings in advance - that means more sales for me, and that helps me to grow.
Tubagua Ecolodge
Tubagua, Dominican Republic
Tab is prompt in response to support requests, and provides personalized attention to businesses.
All Nations Guesthouse
Port Antonio, Jamaica
Tab saved my business from no-shows. It helped me a lot on the startup situation and also now after 3 years. I'm blessed to have Tab.
Linda Vista Apart Hotel
El Calafate, Argentina
Wonderful tool for processing payments in Latin America.

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