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arlenemania A

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2016

24 Jun 2024, 15:45

If you want forex today forget going to Standard Bank Cresta branch

I'm leaving to go abroad in a few days and have been watching the exchange rate keenly with the current political situation. I went today to get forex and was told the following: Only ONE teller and ONE booth for foreign exchange. If the teller is busy - there's a long wait (some customers take an hour or more to conduct their business. But it gets worse - if the ONE teller is on lunch and you go when its your lunch time - forget it. nothing happening!! Or if he's ill or away you have to GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. The forex booth is closed!!! I tried complaining to the senior staff and they said that this is a daily complaint and they are unable to assist me unfortunately. Cresta is the only forex branch in Mogale City area and they only have ONE teller. After waiting 2 to 3 hours and to be told another 45 minutes is unacceptable. I am not blaming the teller - he is only human and I'm sure doing the best he can. It was suggested I go to Rosebank or Sandton branches (kms away if I want some service. This is absurd. I also ask who is paying for my time, parking and petrol? Certainly not Standard Bank. I am really angry and frustrated. I have been a customer since 1973 and find the lack of service generally unacceptable. Long waits for simple things like renewing a credit card, seeing a consultant or trying to get forex. In a country where there is so much unemployment - how about training and employing more people? Perhaps the message you are sending me is GO to another bank or financial institution where get I can get better service? I see that this business isn't claimed on Hellopeter -so am I surprised? Is my complaint important? Perhaps not.

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Replies (4)
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply24 Jun 2024, 15:55
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Dear Arlene, 

Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. As Standard Bank, we are committed to providing you with the best possible service and will ensure that this issue is taken care of. 

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or unwarranted frustration this has given you. 

Kindest regards, 
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team 
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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply25 Jun 2024, 09:58
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Dear Arlene, 

Our team would like to thank you for your patience while we resolved your matter. 

We are so glad you have been assisted and would like to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to help. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us should you need any further assistance. 

Kindest regards, 
Standard Bank Social Media Team 
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arlenemania A's update25 Jun 2024, 10:47
Reviewer Update
Dear Standard bank
I was most impressed by the response I received to my complaint. I have since been assisted satisfactorily. May I suggest supplying forms ahead of time or making these available on-line to hasten the processing time at the forex teller.
The calls and apologies I received show that you really do care about your customers and their gripes which is heart warming to me. I am assured that something will be done to alleviate the congestion, long waits and pressure on the only forex teller at Cresta branch. Thank you.
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply25 Jun 2024, 10:54
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Hi Arlene 

Our team would like to thank you for your patience while we resolved your matter. 

We are so glad you have been assisted and would like to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to help. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us should you need any further assistance. 

Kindest regards
Standard Bank Social Media Team 
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