LYCA — Lycamobile Bank Charge Explained

LYCA on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Lycamobile, a telecom company. Lycamobile is a mobile virtual network focused on low-cost international calling. Charges are your plan or bundle plus any added credit, so amounts can vary with top-ups.

What Is the LYCA Charge?

LYCA is a transaction descriptor for Lycamobile, a telecom company.

Lycamobile is a mobile virtual network focused on low-cost international calling. Charges are your plan or bundle plus any added credit, so amounts can vary with top-ups. They typically appear as LYCAMOBILE 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 LYCA is the official identifier that Lycamobile registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the LYCA Charge Legitimate?

Lycamobile 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 Lycamobile account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a LYCA Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Lycamobile 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 Lycamobile and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Lycamobile 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 LYCA 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 Lycamobile Use on Bank Statements?

Lycamobile may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About LYCA

What is LYCA on my bank statement?

LYCA is a bank statement transaction code for Lycamobile, a telecom company. Lycamobile is a mobile virtual network focused on low-cost international calling. Charges are your plan or bundle plus any added credit, so amounts can vary with top-ups. They typically appear as LYCAMOBILE on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is LYCA a scam?

Lycamobile 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 Lycamobile account to review recent activity.

Why is LYCA on my bank statement?

LYCA appears on your statement because Lycamobile 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 LYCA?

To stop LYCA charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Lycamobile subscription or account. Log in to the Lycamobile 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 LYCA charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Lycamobile, 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 Lycamobile and all its known transaction codes, visit the Lycamobile merchant page.