TARGET — Target Bank Charge Explained

TARGET on your bank statement may relate to Target, which is listed in the Retail category. Target is a US retail chain, so a UK charge here usually relates to a US purchase, converted to sterling with a possible non-sterling fee. Entries typically read TARGET or TARGET.COM, so review any charge you do not recognise.

What Is the TARGET Charge?

TARGET may relate to Target, which is listed in the Retail category.

Target is a US retail chain, so a UK charge here usually relates to a US purchase, converted to sterling with a possible non-sterling fee. Entries typically read TARGET or TARGET.COM, so review any charge you do not recognise.

TARGET is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a TARGET Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Target by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Target account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Target directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does Target Use on Bank Statements?

Target may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About TARGET

What is TARGET on my bank statement?

TARGET is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to Target, which is listed in the Retail category. Target is a US retail chain, so a UK charge here usually relates to a US purchase, converted to sterling with a possible non-sterling fee. Entries typically read TARGET or TARGET.COM, so review any charge you do not recognise. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is TARGET on my bank statement?

TARGET is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel TARGET?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Target account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Target directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

Related charges

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