BK — Burger King Bank Charge Explained

BK on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Burger King, a retail company. Burger King is a global fast-food chain known for flame-grilled burgers, available in restaurants, drive-thru and via delivery. Charges are one-off orders that vary by purchase.

What Is the BK Charge?

BK is a transaction descriptor for Burger King, a retail company.

Burger King is a global fast-food chain known for flame-grilled burgers, available in restaurants, drive-thru and via delivery. Charges are one-off orders that vary by purchase. They usually appear as BURGER KING on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code BK is the official identifier that Burger King registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the BK Charge Legitimate?

Burger King is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Burger King account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a BK Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Burger King by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Burger King and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Burger King customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the BK transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does Burger King Use on Bank Statements?

Burger King may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About BK

What is BK on my bank statement?

BK is a bank statement transaction code for Burger King, a retail company. Burger King is a global fast-food chain known for flame-grilled burgers, available in restaurants, drive-thru and via delivery. Charges are one-off orders that vary by purchase. They usually appear as BURGER KING on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is BK a scam?

Burger King is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Burger King account to review recent activity.

Why is BK on my bank statement?

BK appears on your statement because Burger King processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel BK?

To stop BK charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Burger King subscription or account. Log in to the Burger King website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a BK charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Burger King, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about Burger King and all its known transaction codes, visit the Burger King merchant page.