How long does my bank have to respond to a complaint?

Banks must acknowledge your complaint within 5 working days and resolve it within 8 weeks. If unresolved, they must send a final response letter.

How much can the Financial Ombudsman award?

The Financial Ombudsman can award up to £430,000 for complaints about acts after 1 April 2019. The service is completely free for consumers.

Can I claim back unauthorized transactions?

Yes, under the Payment Services Regulations 2017, your bank must refund unauthorized transactions unless they can prove you were grossly negligent or acted fraudulently.

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Common Royal Bank of Scotland Complaints

Unauthorized Transaction

Reclaim fraudulent charges

Unfair Fees

Challenge excessive charges

Account Problem

Resolve access or closure issues

Product Mis-selling

Compensation for unsuitable products

Laws That Protect You

Consumer Rights Act 2015

Financial services must be performed with reasonable care and skill.

Payment Services Regulations 2017

Protection for unauthorized transactions and payment errors.

FCA Consumer Duty

Financial firms must act in customers' best interests.

Tips for Royal Bank of Scotland Complaints

Report unauthorized transactions within 13 months
Banks must respond to complaints within 8 weeks
The Financial Ombudsman can award up to £430,000
Keep records of all communications
Vulnerable customers have additional protections

If Royal Bank of Scotland Doesn't Respond

1
Customer Service
Allow 15 days
Contact your bank's customer service team
2
Formal Complaint
Submit a formal complaint: banks must acknowledge within 5 working days
3
Financial Ombudsman
8 weeks
Free escalation after 8 weeks or receipt of a final response letter
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4
FCA Report
Report misconduct to the Financial Conduct Authority
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Contact Emails

customer.help@rbs.co.uk

Customer Service

ceoteam@natwest.com

Complaints

Expected Response Time

56 days

Banks have a statutory 8-week deadline to resolve complaints before the Financial Ombudsman gets involved

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