WILKO — Wilko Bank Charge Explained

WILKO on your bank statement may relate to Wilko, which is listed in the Retail category. Wilko was a UK variety store selling household, garden and DIY goods; the high-street chain entered administration in 2023 and the brand now operates online. Historic charges were one-off in-store purchases.

What Is the WILKO Charge?

WILKO may relate to Wilko, which is listed in the Retail category.

Wilko was a UK variety store selling household, garden and DIY goods; the high-street chain entered administration in 2023 and the brand now operates online. Historic charges were one-off in-store purchases. An unexpected current Wilko charge is worth checking, and entries read WILKO or WILKINSON.

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

How Do I Cancel a WILKO Charge?

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

Wilko may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About WILKO

What is WILKO on my bank statement?

WILKO is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to Wilko, which is listed in the Retail category. Wilko was a UK variety store selling household, garden and DIY goods; the high-street chain entered administration in 2023 and the brand now operates online. Historic charges were one-off in-store purchases. An unexpected current Wilko charge is worth checking, and entries read WILKO or WILKINSON. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is WILKO on my bank statement?

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

How do I cancel WILKO?

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