Craigslist

AcceptedHalocard is accepted

Halocard is accepted at Craigslist. Most Craigslist posts are free, and fees of $3 to $75 apply to jobs, gigs, services, dealer and vehicle ads, commercial real estate and some apartment rentals. Craigslist accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. You pay by card at the end of the posting process, after the preview, and the post is submitted once the payment is accepted.

What payment methods does Craigslist accept?

Accepted

AcceptedHalocard
AcceptedCredit Cards
AcceptedDebit Cards
Accepted with conditionsPre-Purchased PostingsOnly with a paid posting account, where postings are bought in advance.

Not accepted

Not acceptedPrepaid Cards
Not acceptedApple Pay
Not acceptedGoogle Pay
Not acceptedPayPal
Not acceptedBank Transfer (ACH)
Not acceptedCryptocurrency
Not acceptedStablecoins

How does Craigslist appear on my statement?

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What merchant category (MCC) is Craigslist?

5969Merchant category: Card networks treat direct marketing as high risk, so merchants in this category run stricter checks.

What is Halocard?

A US-issued Visa credit card that works like a debit card, with a separate virtual card for each merchant you pay. Use a disposable card that cancels itself after one charge, or keep a card open for the merchants you buy from often.

Create a card for Craigslist in a few minutes and pay with it straight away.

Get Your Halocard

Halocard on a phone, with Halocard metal cards fanned behind it

How to pay for Craigslist with Halocard

Create a card for Craigslist in Halocard

In your Halocard dashboard, create a new card, name it Craigslist and set a limit that covers what you are about to pay.

Choose your area and create a posting

Open your local Craigslist site and check the location at the top. Click create a posting, then pick the posting type and category. Paid categories state their fee.

Write the post and review the draft

Fill in the required fields, confirm the map and add any images. The draft shows the area, categories and total fee before you publish.

Publish and confirm by email

Click publish, then open the email from robot@craigslist.org and click the confirmation link. If the link does not open, copy it into your browser.

Pay by credit card and submit

Select the second option to pay by credit card. Enter the card number, expiry date, security code and billing address, then click Submit. The post is submitted once the payment is accepted.

Official payment guidance from Craigslist

Posting fees and accepted cards: https://www.craigslist.org/about/help/posting_fees
How to pay for a posting: https://www.craigslist.org/about/help/paid-how
Paying an invoice online: https://www.craigslist.org/about/help/billing/paying-invoices

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Tips for successful payments at Craigslist

AcceptedOn the payment page, pick the second option to pay by credit card. The first option is for prepaid posting credit and asks you to log in to a paid posting account.
AcceptedEach category you select is charged its own fee, so check the total on the confirmation page before you publish.
AcceptedKeep your email open while you post. The link to finish the post comes from robot@craigslist.org, and you may also need to verify your phone number.
AcceptedEnter the billing name and address exactly as they appear on your Halocard.

Why do Craigslist payments decline?

Payment information not accepted: Craigslist asks you to make sure your payment information is accurate. Check the card number, expiry date, security code and billing address, then submit again.

Craigslist payment FAQ

How much does it cost to post on Craigslist?

Most posts are free. Job posts cost $10 to $75 depending on the area, gigs $3 to $10, and services, commercial real estate, for sale by dealer, and cars, trucks, motorcycles and RVs by owner $5 each. Apartment rentals cost $5 in the Boston, Chicago and New York City areas. Any tax is added on top, and fees can change.

How much does a Craigslist job posting cost?

Between $10 and $75 per post, depending on the area. Each category you choose is charged its own fee, and the total shows on the confirmation page before you pay. Paid job posts usually appear 10 to 20 minutes after they are submitted.

Is a Craigslist posting fee a subscription?

No. Publishing a paid post is a one-time charge, and Craigslist says it has no subscription fees or additional charges. You can only pay on the website or app at the time you create the post.

Do I get a refund if Craigslist removes my post?

No. Craigslist's terms of use say fees are non-refundable, even for posts it removes, delays, omits or re-categorizes. It may also refuse any posting.

Who do I contact about a Craigslist billing question?

Email billing@craigslist.org. If you have a paid posting account, you can pay an invoice online with the invoice number, card number, expiry date and billing address.

About Craigslist

Craigslist is a classified ads website run by craigslist, Inc. in San Francisco, started by Craig Newmark in 1995. People use it to post and find local jobs, housing, items for sale, services and gigs. Most posts are free, and fees apply per post in a few categories such as jobs, vehicles and dealer listings.

Website: craigslist.org
Support: craigslist.org/about/help/billing
Billed by: craigslist, Inc.
Billing region: United States ($USD)
Users: 142.7 million global monthly visitors, 2025
Revenue: $302 million reported, 2025