The Modern Standard for Pakistan
The #1 Airbnb Alternative in Pakistan
Stop dealing with declined cards, USD conversion gouging, and 15% bank taxes. Roominac is Pakistan’s verified short-term rental marketplace built for seamless PKR payments and bank-grade trust.
The Struggle with Airbnb in Pakistan
Why Airbnb Fails Pakistani Guests
- Billed in USD: Subject to fluctuating forex rates and bank international transaction fees.
- 10–15% Bank Withholding Tax: FBR levies heavy taxes on all foreign merchant card debits.
- Frequent Card Declines: Pakistani bank apps block recurring international payments without pre-approval.
- Zero NADRA Integration: Unregistered dealers and proxy hosts run listings with stolen photos.
The Roominac Breakthrough
Engineered for Pakistan
- 100% PKR Pricing: Exact pricing with zero foreign currency conversion or bank withholding taxes.
- Raast & JazzCash: Instant local payments via Raast, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, or any Pakistani card.
- NADRA Biometric KYC: Every host and guest verifies their CNIC and facial identity before booking.
- 1080p Video Tours: Walk through the property virtually before paying a single rupee.
Head-to-Head Feature Comparison
| Feature | Roominac | Airbnb |
|---|---|---|
| Billing Currency | Pakistani Rupee (PKR) | US Dollar (USD) |
| Bank Withholding Tax | 0% (Local Merchant) | 10% to 15% Bank Markup |
| Local Payment Methods | Raast, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, PayPak | International Visa / Mastercard only |
| Host Verification | Mandatory Biometric NADRA CNIC | Email / Unverified ID |
| Escrow Holding Period | Held 24h post-check-in | Released 24h post-check-in (US dispute process) |
| Load Shedding Disclosure | Mandatory Solar/Generator specification | Not verified |
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