Supported Countries & Payments

Here is the list of countries in which we will be live in organized based on what type of user you are of the platform.

Guides:

Direct Bookings via Personal Profiles:

Guides located in countries where Stripe operates can accept direct bookings through their Keyguides Connect profiles. This integration ensures seamless payment processing and efficient booking management. Countries where guides can accept direct bookings:​

• Australia​

• Austria​

• Belgium​

• Brazil​

• Bulgaria​

• Canada​

• Croatia​

• Cyprus​

• Czech Republic​

• Denmark​

• Estonia​

• Finland​

• France​

• Germany​

• Ghana (Extended network)​

• Gibraltar​

• Greece​

• Hong Kong​

• Hungary​

• India​

• Indonesia (Invite Only)​

• Ireland​

• Italy​

• Japan​

• Kenya (Extended network)​

• Latvia​

• Liechtenstein​

• Lithuania​

• Luxembourg​

• Malaysia​

• Malta

• Mexico​

• Netherlands​

• New Zealand​

• Nigeria (Extended network)​

• Norway​

• Poland​

• Portugal​

• Romania​

• Singapore​

• Slovakia​

• Slovenia​

• South Africa (Extended network)

• Spain​

• Sweden​

• Switzerland​

• Thailand​

• United Arab Emirates​

• United Kingdom​

• United States​ For the most up-to-date list of Stripe-supported countries, please refer to Stripe's global availability page. ​

Profile Creation & Job Board Access:

Guides from countries not currently supported by Stripe are still encouraged to create profiles on Keyguides Connect. While direct bookings through their profiles won't be available, these guides can actively apply for opportunities listed on our job board. Payments for these engagements will be processed through invoicing systems, ensuring all guides have access to potential work.​

Partners:

• Global Onboarding:

  Travel partners, including agencies, hotels, and Destination Management Companies (DMCs), can join Keyguides Connect from anywhere in the world. Our platform facilitates connections with guides globally, with payments handled via invoicing.​

• Company Card Payments:

  Partners wishing to pay guides directly using company cards can do so seamlessly, provided the guides are in Stripe-supported countries (the list above). This ensures swift and secure transactions, enhancing operational efficiency.​

Customers:

• Service Purchases:

  Customers can purchase services regardless of their location. They can pay by card to guides who are bookable due to their Stripe connection, ensuring a smooth and secure transaction process.​

• Location of guiding services Costumers wishing to buy guided services through Keyguides Connect can only buy guiding services in destinations where guides have stripe connection, please refer to the list above for full destination list.

By aligning our launch strategy with Stripe's payment infrastructure, Keyguides Connect aims to provide a unified and efficient experience for guides, partners, and customers, fostering global collaborations in the travel industry.​

While Keyguides Connect currently operates with Stripe for direct bookings, we recognize the need for broader accessibility. As we grow, we will explore additional payment solutions to support guides in more countries and offer even greater flexibility for our partners and customers. Stay tuned! 🚀