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Bobby B

1 reviews | Active since May 2021

09 Apr 2024, 10:46

Pathetic business service

I thought it was a good idea to open up a secondary business bank account and decided on Standard. The process of getting the documents signed was relatively simple (not as fast as I would prefer but still not bad). But to get internet and app internet banking has been a major obstacle. I still don't have my cheque card which I believe is needed to set up the internet and app profiles. When I try calling the business call centre number to find out if my card is available at the selected branch it just blares out music and no answer for over an hour so I gave up. Makes me wish I had chosen another bank or maybe stuck with my current one. What's more the app asks to take a photo of your face and says it will take 3 mins to 12 hours for Home Affairs to verify my ID. I have done this twice. Six days later I am still waiting. Pathetic service - and people wonder why small businesses struggle in SA. This is one of the reasons: because even the private sector is as shoddy as the public one.

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Replies (3)
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply09 Apr 2024, 10:59
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Dear Bobby,

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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Bobby B's update19 Aug 2024, 12:42
Reviewer Update
This response is long overdue. Credit (pardon the expression) where it is due. The Std Bank Hello Peter team called me after my review and followed up by someone from the Business Banking team who has been my go-to banking contact ever since. They resolved my issues so thanks to the Std Hello Peter team and Buhle from the Business Banking team. Excellent service to close out my initial complaint
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply19 Aug 2024, 12:55
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Dear Bobby

Thank you for taking the time to rate us positively and give us such excellent feedback. 

We truly appreciate it. Have a lovely day further! 

Kindest regards
Standard Bank Social Media Team 
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