TARGET STORE — Target Bank Charge Explained

TARGET STORE on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Target, a retail company. 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 STORE Charge?

TARGET STORE is a transaction descriptor for Target, a retail company.

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 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 TARGET STORE is the official identifier that Target registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the TARGET STORE Charge Legitimate?

A charge from this merchant may relate to a purchase, subscription, trial or another transaction. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised. It may help to check your email for a receipt, or log into your Target account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a TARGET STORE 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 your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Target and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: 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.
  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 STORE

What is TARGET STORE on my bank statement?

TARGET STORE is a bank statement transaction code for Target, a retail company. 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.

Is TARGET STORE a scam?

A charge from this merchant may relate to a purchase, subscription, trial or another transaction. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised. It may help to check your email for a receipt, or log into your Target account to review recent activity.

Why is TARGET STORE on my bank statement?

TARGET STORE appears on your statement because Target 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 TARGET STORE?

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.

How do I get a refund for a TARGET STORE charge?

If you cannot resolve this with the merchant, contact your bank or card issuer. They can explain what options may be available for this type of payment and whether any time limits apply.

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