WORLDREMIT — WorldRemit Bank Charge Explained

WORLDREMIT on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for WorldRemit, a finance company. WorldRemit is an international money-transfer service for sending money abroad from the UK. A charge is usually a transfer amount plus its fee, so the size varies by what you send.

What Is the WORLDREMIT Charge?

WORLDREMIT is a transaction descriptor for WorldRemit, a finance company.

WorldRemit is an international money-transfer service for sending money abroad from the UK. A charge is usually a transfer amount plus its fee, so the size varies by what you send. It typically appears as WORLDREMIT 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 WORLDREMIT is the official identifier that WorldRemit registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the WORLDREMIT Charge Legitimate?

WorldRemit 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 WorldRemit account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a WORLDREMIT Charge?

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

WorldRemit may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About WORLDREMIT

What is WORLDREMIT on my bank statement?

WORLDREMIT is a bank statement transaction code for WorldRemit, a finance company. WorldRemit is an international money-transfer service for sending money abroad from the UK. A charge is usually a transfer amount plus its fee, so the size varies by what you send. It typically appears as WORLDREMIT on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is WORLDREMIT a scam?

WorldRemit 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 WorldRemit account to review recent activity.

Why is WORLDREMIT on my bank statement?

WORLDREMIT appears on your statement because WorldRemit 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 WORLDREMIT?

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

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