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Payment Verification & Authorization Fees

What is This Small Verification Fee?

If you've noticed a small charge after adding a new payment card or linking your PayPal account, don't worry! This is a temporary security check to ensure your account is active and valid.

💳 How much is the fee?

The small verification amount depends on your local currency:

  • Eurozone: €0.50

  • Switzerland: 0.50 CHF

  • Denmark: 5 DKK

🔄 How the Refund Works

  • Instant Reversal: We automatically issue a full refund the exact moment your payment method is successfully verified.

  • Bank Processing Time: While we release the money immediately, banks and PayPal can take a few working days to process the transaction and reflect the refund on your statement.

⚠️ Common Questions & Troubleshooting

  • Why do you do this? This small check protects your account against fraud and ensures your payment method has sufficient funds to start a ride before you unlock a bike.

  • It still shows as "Pending" on my bank app: This is completely normal! Most banks will hold the transaction in a "Pending" or "Processing" status for 1 to 3 business days before removing it entirely.

  • International Cards: If you are using an international debit card, your bank may occasionally take up to 7 to 10 business days to clear the hold.

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