SBI Credit Card Transaction Disputes

To begin the topic of credit card disputes, you must first know what kind of credit card transactions can be disputed. While some disputes sound familiar, some are less heard of. But all the transactions listed below do happen. There are many instances where credit card users have filed such kind of complaints.

Mentioned below are the credit card transactions that can be disputed.

• Multiple debits
• Unknown or unauthorised or fraudulent transactions
• Failed or cancelled transaction
• Goods not received
• ATM cash not received
• Incorrect transaction amount

Let's look at each incidence in detail.

1. Multiple debits: When you were billed twice for the same credit card transaction. This may happen by mistake or by intention. Whichever may be the case, you need to file a dispute as soon as you get the message or see your credit card statement reflecting double debit.
2. Unknown or unauthorised or fraudulent transaction: A credit card transaction can be termed as an unauthorised transaction, when an unknown transaction happens on your credit card without you authorising or participating in the transaction. A fraudulent transaction may also take place when your credit card is lost or stolen.
3. Failed or cancelled transaction: When a particular credit card transaction is either failed or cancelled but if you were still billed for the transaction or haven't received the refund from the merchant, then you can file a dispute.
4. Goods not received: When you've ordered some goods or services online using your credit card, but haven't received them despite contacting the merchant and waiting for long period.
5. ATM cash not received: When you tried to withdraw cash using your credit card at an ATM, the transaction was processed, but the cash was not dispensed and you're billed for the amount. Receiving partial amount than what was billed is also a case.
6. Incorrect transaction amount: The billed amount on a transaction is different from the actual incurred amount.

How to Report a Credit Card Dispute?

If you experience any one of the above-mentioned transactions with your credit card, you should take immediate action to prevent further misuse on the card. The sooner you report about the transaction, the less liable you will be for any loss that may take place.

Step: 1 - Report the dispute to SBI

Irrespective of the type of dispute, it's always recommended to report the issue to SBI Cards as soon as possible.

Especially, when the dispute involves a fraudulent or unauthorised transaction, you should immediately call the customer helpline and ask them to block your credit card to prevent further misuse on the card.

According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines, if a fraudulent transaction is reported within 3 working days of receiving the communication about the transaction, the cardholder stands at zero liability for the loss. If it is within 4 to 7 working days, there will be limited liability on the customer, and beyond 7 working days he/she will be made liable as per the bank's Board approved policy.

If you're unable to contact the bank through customer helpline, you can either write to them, contact them directly and mail them to the corresponding e-mail ID. Having written proof is always recommended in times of dispute. For SBI credit card customer care contact details, click here.

Step: 2 - Send the transaction dispute form to SBI

Before you relax about the dispute, you first need to send a transaction dispute (TD) form to the bank so that it starts an investigation to resolve it. Usually, the bank executive will let you know about the dispute form and the dispute filing process when you call them to report the issue.

As per MasterCard or visa guidelines, in case of disputed credit card transaction, the cardholder needs to send a transaction dispute form (TDF) to SBI Cards within 70 days from the date of transaction. SBIs transaction dispute form is available online on the SBI Card websites and can also be collected from any of the bank branch offices.

The dispute form should be filled-in properly with all the required details that clearly mention the details of the disputed transaction. Based on the type of dispute, you need to attach the required documents to validate the dispute.

The duly-signed dispute form along with the supporting documents should be sent to SBI Cards at the address mentioned below.

Chargeback Team,

SBI Cards,

DLF Infinity Towers, Tower C, 10-12 Floor, Block 2, Building-3,

DLF Cyber City, Gurgaon - 122002,

Haryana, India

Alternatively, you can also send the scanned dispute form and scanned supporting documents to chargeback@sbicard.com.

What Happens once you send a Credit Card Dispute Form?

Once SBI receives your disputed claim form along with the supporting documents within the stipulated time, it will initiate an investigation on the issue. You will receive a written acknowledgement which confirms that the claimed dispute has been taken up by the bank. If the bank requires any other documents, it will inform you about the same.

Once the bank initiates the process, it will communicate with the member bank and request them to provide the details about the disputed transaction. If the member bank responds with a clarification, SBI will revert to you with the same. Based on the documents and evidence, the bank will move towards resolution. The whole process typically takes 45 to 60 days.

If the claim made by you was proved to be correct, the bank will credit the amount to your credit card account within the stipulated time. In case, the claim is proved wrong, the bank will be make you liable for the loss and will also charge a penalty as per its policy norms.

In case, you're not convinced with the resolution provided by the bank, you can submit a progressive dispute form to the bank requesting them to further investigate the issue. This will push the progress of the dispute further with the merchant bank.

Supporting Documents for a Credit Card Dispute Form

Not all credit card transaction disputes require the same documentation. The type of document varies with respect to the dispute. The TD form mentions the name of document to be attached with respect to the dispute. To make it easier for you, mentioned below is the list of required documents.

1. For multiple debits - Attach accepted transaction receipt that shows the actual transaction.
2. For lost or stolen credit card - A copy of FIR filed with Police. If you're reporting a fraudulent transaction resulted from the loss or theft of your credit card, you need to attach a copy of FIR filed with the Police department about the loss of the card.
3. Failed or cancelled transaction - Credit slip or refund note or a letter from the merchant about cancellation or any other form of confirmation from the merchant that the transaction has been cancelled and the credit was due on your card
4. Goods not received - Proof of correspondence with the merchant about order status
5. ATM cash not received - Copy of ATM withdrawal slip
6. Incorrect transaction amount - Copy of charge slip or sales slip or statement of card account