Chargeback
Reason Codes

Every chargeback comes with a reason code. We've listed all the reason codes from the top 4 major credit cards; Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

Chargeback Reason Codes by Card Issuer

Visa Visa’s chargeback reason codes are grouped by fraud, authorization errors, processing errors, and customer disputes. MasterCard MasterCard’s chargeback reason codes are grouped by fraud, authorization errors, point-of-interaction errors, and cardholder disputes. American Express American Express's chargeback reason codes are grouped by fraud, authorization errors, processing errors, inquiry / miscellaneous errors, and cardmember disputes. Discover Discover's chargeback reason codes are grouped by cardholder disputes and authorization errors.

UNDERSTANDING REASON CODES

Chargeback Reason Codes Demystified

Understanding the true meaning of chargeback reason codes is one of the more complex parts of the chargeback representment process. While seemingly straightforward and insightful, chargeback reason codes often only tell part of the story.

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Chargeback Reason Codes by Card Issuer

Chargeback Reason Codes Demystified

Chargeback
Reason Codes