Guide travelers. Keep what you earn.
TripChat charges 10–12% commission on tours — not the 20% you’re used to. Set your own prices, your own schedule, and get paid within 48 hours of every tour.
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10–12% commission on tours
Industry standard is 18–20%. On a $500 tour that's $30–$50 more in your pocket, every single time.
Paid in 48 hours
Money is held securely at booking and released to you 48 hours after the tour — no monthly payout cycles.
New income between tours
Earn from paid messages and video calls with travelers planning their trips — even on your days off.
Founding-guide perks
The first guides in Bangkok, Rome and Mexico City get a reduced founding commission for 6 months, featured placement on the homepage, and a direct line to the founding team.
Applications are open now — we review each one (ID check → license review → interview), typically within 2–4 days.