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Humani P

1 reviews | Active since Jun 2019

22 Dec 2025, 15:30

Standard Bank ***** Case - Bad Customer Experience!!!

I have been a loyal Standard Bank for over 10yrs, I bank with them and have a bond with the. On the 29th of November I was a victim on an online ****, and an unauthorised payments of R5705.95 was debited from my account that I did not approve. I called Standard Bank on the same day to notify them of the unauthorised debit. The debited amount had a “pending authorization” status and I was told that that I have to wait for the transaction to clear and it will take 3 working days for the amount to be credited back to my account and if not they will dispute with the merchant. On the same day, I decided to block my cards and logged a ***** case with the bank, which Standard Bank advised that I have to open a case for ***** with SAPS too - which I did. On the 8th of December, Standard Bank sent me an investigation outcome letter which said the back was not at fault, that I authorised the transaction using an OTP (which is not true) and as a goodwill gesture the bank will give me 25% of the amount debited but I have to sign an NDA. On the same day (8th Dec.), I rejected the offer as I felt my case was not thoroughly investigated, I wanted a full refund as I did not approve the payment and I requested for the case to be escalated. But even today after 3 weeks, I am still waiting for feedback and satisfactory outcome. When I follow up, I keep on getting the same standard response - “Your case is still under review and we will advise once finalized”. This is a very bad customer service and experience - as longtime loyal customer I am very disappointed.😪😫😫

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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply22 Dec 2025, 16:13
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Good day

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 apologise for any inconvenience or unwarranted frustration this has given you. 

Kindest regards,
Standard Bank Hello Peter Team 
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