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Can I pre-authorise cards with Tab?
Can I pre-authorise cards with Tab?
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What is a pre-authorisation charge?

Pre-authorisation is when a business places a temporary hold on a customer’s card, to verify that the account is valid and has sufficient funds to cover a pending transaction, without debiting the account.

Can I pre-authorise cards with Tab?

You can’t use Tab to hold pre-authorisation charges. This also applies to refundable security deposits, which can’t be processed through Tab. Where we can help is with our Advance Booking feature which, along with a clear refund policy, is a great way to secure your bookings in advance. Here's how.

If you receive secure card details from Booking.com and Expedia, you can charge your customers when they make a reservation. You can find a step-by-step guide on how to take these payments via Tab here.

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