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Tebogo M

1 reviews | Active since May 2014

21 Sept 2023, 13:44

Account reactivation nightmare

I am writing to share my recent experience with FNB regarding the closure and reactivation of my business account. I believe it is essential to provide feedback on this matter for the betterment of FNB's customer service processes. On September 9th, my business account with FNB was unexpectedly closed. To rectify this situation, I promptly contacted FNB's customer support. However, the initial response left me perplexed as I was asked to pay an amount of R350.70 for reactivation without a clear explanation of the rationale behind this charge.

Following the payment, I submitted proof of payment as requested and was informed that a consultant would reach out to me for further verification. I received a call from Rearabetswe, but unfortunately, our conversation was abruptly cut short after a few seconds. Subsequently, I received an email from Rearabetswe, stating that another consultant would contact me for verification purposes. Regrettably, it has been four days since that email, and I have not received any communication, neither a call nor an email.

My situation has been exacerbated by the fact that I am currently awaiting payment for a recent job completed for the government. The funds are crucial to my business's financial stability, and the ongoing delays are causing significant inconvenience. Additionally, my emails seeking clarification have gone unanswered, leaving me in a state of uncer*****y.

I believe it is reasonable to expect a timely resolution for a verification call, and the current delay is causing considerable stress and hindrance to my business operations.

For reference, my case number is CAS-935201-P8N7V4.

In conclusion, my experience with FNB has been marked by communication breakdowns, prolonged delays, and a lack of clarity regarding the closure and reactivation of my business account. I kindly request that FNB addresses these issues promptly and efficiently, ensuring that I can access my funds and continue my business activities without further disruption.

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Tebogo M's update25 Sept 2023, 10:55
Reviewer Update
I received a call from Fabian, and we mutually decided that I would visit my nearest branch. However, I've realized that visiting the branch won't be feasible for me, and I'm urgently requesting the reactivation of my account without the need to physically go to the bank. During my recent visit to the bank, I noticed a significant queue with people waiting outside, and as a business owner, it's impractical for me to wait for up to three hours just to reactivate my account. I kindly request your assistance in resolving this matter remotely.