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Maajeeda L

1 reviews | Active since May 2020

26 May 2020, 12:55

Account closed without my knowledge , horrible customer service

On the 21/05/2020 I tried to transfer funds into my standardbank Chq account , however I was unable to do so , Upon checking the app , it notified account inactive. I then contacted the call center on the ***0 and spoke to a Consultant by the name of Eshack … or that's what I heard. From the start of the call he was not friendly at all. When explaining my problem before I even gave him my account details , this guy let out an enormous sigh giving me the impression that he was not willing to assist . My suspicion was then further confirmed when he told me there is nothing he can do I need to visit my nearest branch. Now remember this , we are in lock down level 4 , and as per their own IVR when you call the call center they prompt how can we help and make things easier and that they will do all to assist … That needs to be taken down as its a lie. I then attempted to call again. Maybe just maybe I will get someone that lives the values. Two horrible experience from the same bank in the space of less then an hour. I was greeted by consultant named Fidelia, who clearly was still in training , or something to that effect. After briefly speaking to her, she advised that she needs to consult with her Team leader..... I could not believe it as the consultation took 34 min , whilst I was placed on hold. When she eventually returned to the call , I was advised that she is now trying to get hold of my "mother branch , Braamfontein" to find out why my account is closed. And obviously no one at the branch answered and she was not able to confirm anything. To my horror , my account was closed without my knowledge. No email , no call, not even an SMS … nothing. There is not even any notes placed by the consultant who closed it on my account to advise why it has been closed. The consultant just simply told me ,"Go to the branch , my hands are tied " How can you close my account without my knowledge.

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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply26 May 2020, 15:23
Official
Dear Maajeeda

Thank you posting your comments. 

We looking into your matter and feedback will be provided shortly.

Kind regards

Complaint Resolution Centre
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Maajeeda L's update11 Jun 2020, 08:08
Reviewer Update
Still waiting for feedback , Since the 26/05/2020 , I have been advised that someone will contact me , still no feedback , really the worst service received from a financial institute
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply15 Jun 2020, 08:50
Official
Dear Maajeeda Loonat

Thank you once again for posting your comments.

I refer to our email correspondence with each other and can confirm that this matter has been attended to.

Kind regards

Clint Petersen
Complaint Resolution Centre
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