Reason code

Visa reason code 13.6 is used when a cardholder claims they were promised a refund or credit that was never processed. This can happen after a product return, service cancellation, or price adjustment where the merchant agreed to issue a credit but failed to complete the transaction.

These disputes often stem from processing delays, miscommunication, or internal system errors. Even when the refund is legitimate, failure to issue it in a timely manner can lead to a chargeback under this reason code.

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If the credit was processed or not owed, submit documentation proving the issue was resolved or no refund was due:

• Provide records showing the credit was issued, including date, amount, and transaction ID
  
  
• Include return or cancellation policies and evidence the cardholder didn’t meet refund conditions
  
  

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Process refunds quickly and keep customers informed to avoid misunderstandings:

• Issue credits promptly and email confirmation when processed
  
  
• Make return and cancellation policies clear and accessible