WH SMITH — WHSmith Bank Charge Explained

WH SMITH on your bank statement may relate to WHSmith, which is listed in the Retail category. WHSmith sells books, stationery, magazines and travel essentials, mainly through high-street and travel (station and airport) stores. Charges are one-off purchases that vary by order.

What Is the WH SMITH Charge?

WH SMITH may relate to WHSmith, which is listed in the Retail category.

WHSmith sells books, stationery, magazines and travel essentials, mainly through high-street and travel (station and airport) stores. Charges are one-off purchases that vary by order. They usually appear as WHSMITH or WH SMITH followed by the location.

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

How Do I Cancel a WH SMITH Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from WHSmith 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 WHSmith 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 WHSmith 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 WHSmith Use on Bank Statements?

WHSmith may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About WH SMITH

What is WH SMITH on my bank statement?

WH SMITH is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to WHSmith, which is listed in the Retail category. WHSmith sells books, stationery, magazines and travel essentials, mainly through high-street and travel (station and airport) stores. Charges are one-off purchases that vary by order. They usually appear as WHSMITH or WH SMITH followed by the location. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is WH SMITH on my bank statement?

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

How do I cancel WH SMITH?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your WHSmith 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 WHSmith 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 WHSmith and all its known transaction codes, visit the WHSmith merchant page.