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David B

1 reviews | Active since Jul 2011

03 Jul 2018, 11:17

Unreliable sms reminder facility and associated charge

I experienced a problem with a sms reminder for a payment scheduled for 25 June. As I leave the minimum balance in my current account until payments are due, I rely on these sms reminders. As I hadn’t received a reminder on the due date, I checked my account online and found that the transaction had failed as the balance was lower than the payment. Fortunately I checked on the date of the payment and was able to transfer funds to complete the transaction on schedule. I noted that I had been charged R 60.53. I take exception to the failure of Standard Bank: • In failing in its service to remind me of my scheduled and, • for the charge of R 60.53 for insufficient funds in my account to complete the transaction.

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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply03 Jul 2018, 12:41
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Thank you for posting your comment.

We assure you that as an organization we are committed to providing the best possible service and assure you that this will be addressed as a matter of urgency.

We apologize for the inconvenience and undue frustration, this has caused.

We greatly appreciate your continued support

Kind regards

Complaint Resolution Centre
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Standard Bank
Standard Bank's reply10 Jul 2018, 15:59
Official

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to look into your matter.

An email response has been sent to you.

We appreciate your support and loyalty.

Kind regards

Complaint Resolution Centre

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David B's update12 Jul 2018, 09:41
Reviewer Update
Standard Bank responded with a wordy message. They reviewed my transactions which stretch over more than 30 years and saw that I did not default on payments. My account has been credited with the amount which was deducted on 25th.