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Charmaine V

1 reviews | Active since Oct 2022

14 Oct 2022, 17:49

******* Bank

MOST PATHETIC & USELESS BANK!!!

I wish the was a 0 rating to give.

I received an international payment on the 11th September, credited the funds into my account on the 13th September. Immediately the funds was credited into my account by forex, the account was suspended. I went to the N1 City branch to inquire why my account was suspended and I was told the ***** department is responsible. I was on phone for over 38 minutes at the branch trying to get hold of the ***** department. Fast forward finally someone from the ***** department answered the call and requested I send the proof of payment and an a police affidavit. I furnished the ***** through an email they provided the pop and affidavit as requested.

I have been to the standard branch in N1 City 8 times, and Salaam Centre 2 times since the 13th September, spending over 30 mins minimum on call each time getting same response as they’re still investigating..Investigating what really?

Your ***** department is weird even the bank branch wont get hold of them. At the standard bank N1 City and Salaam Centre can't get hold of ***** departments that easy, i waited on calls sometimes for up 2 hours without a single success every time I visit this branches for a resolution in the matter? What are you investigating for over 31 days without an outcome and a response?? Even the bank itself can't get hold of the ***** department on a quick dial.So terrible.

WHAT exactly is your ***** department investigating for over 31 days, they claim they have sent an email to the international bank, good so why hasn’t the international bank report any ********** activities for the transferred funds for over a month if there was an issue? Seriously you guys are making me sick, lack words to to explain my pains.

I need an urgent resolution, and my funds made available & accessible immediately.

Charmaine Vlotman

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Replies (5)
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply15 Oct 2022, 07:58
Official
Hi Charmaine

This is not the level of service we strive for. We understand your frustration and are here to help. We can assure you that your matter is now in the right hands. 

Our team will be in touch.

Kindest regards, 
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team
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Charmaine V's update19 Oct 2022, 12:12
Reviewer Update
Standard bank services sucks…Friday 14th was at the branch for the same issue. No case number etc and was told on the phone with their ***** department that there’ll be a resolution within 48 hours..It’s Wednesday 19th that’s 72hours (business days) yet nothing from you guys. I’ve been to the atm still saying my account is suspended for what really guys??? suspended for what???? Investigating a ***** case for an international payment for over 6 weeks???????common!!!! Don’t response to this saying the issue has been escalated cuz that’s you do!
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply19 Oct 2022, 12:36
Official
Hi Charmaine

We understand your frustration and are here to help. We can assure you that your matter is now in the right hands. 

Our team will be in touch.

Kindest regards, 
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team
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Charmaine V's update24 Oct 2022, 11:23
Reviewer Update
You guys are something else….you do not seem to feel or take your clients seriously. Wow after series of branch visit and calls in respect to this matter, you have now finally blocked my card without any feedback from your so called investigating case with no case number or track/trace case ID?? This is so frustrating!!!! I do wish people could read the comments on all social media platforms of how Standard bank treats its customers and not even bother to open a bank acct with you guys. What is it you are investigating for over 6 weeks without an outcome for an international payment?? You keep saying you’re investigating, investigating what exactly? Your SUCK!!!!!!! Don’t send send any message saying you’ve escalated the matter to the right department for its bull****, and you keep playing with peoples emotions and without thinking what they are going through financially.
Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply24 Oct 2022, 12:29
Official
Good Day Charmaine

Thank you for raising your concerns with us. 

We have escalated your matter and we can assure you that the relevant team has your query in hand and has prioritized a resolution for you. 

Our team will be in touch with further feedback. 

Kind regards
Standard Bank Help Centre 
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