Key Takeaways

  • 1,914 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service (1,485).
  • Timely response rate: 93.1%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 0.0% of resolved complaints.
1,914 Total complaints
93.1% Timely response rate
0.0% Consumer disputed rate
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against TransferWise Ltd break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 1,485 77.6%
Checking or savings account 384 20.1%
Credit card or prepaid card 15 0.8%
Credit card 11 0.6%
Debt collection 8 0.4%
Prepaid card 4 0.2%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 3 0.2%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 3 0.2%
Money transfers 1 0.1%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about TransferWise Ltd.

Other transaction problem 465
Fraud or scam 308
Money was not available when promised 298
Closing an account 189
Managing an account 154
Managing, opening, or closing your mobile wallet account 84
Other service problem 75
Problem with customer service 59
Confusing or missing disclosures 47
Unexpected or other fees 42

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, TransferWise Ltd responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how TransferWise Ltd has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 1,748 91.3%
Closed with monetary relief 140 7.3%
Closed with non-monetary relief 24 1.3%
Untimely response 2 0.1%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against TransferWise Ltd.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against TransferWise Ltd

  1. Contact TransferWise Ltd directly. Many issues can be resolved by calling their customer service line or submitting a written complaint.
  2. File a complaint with the CFPB. Visit consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company must respond within 15 days.
  3. File with your state attorney general. Your state AG's consumer protection division investigates patterns of complaint.
  4. Consult a consumer protection attorney. If you've suffered financial harm, an attorney can advise you on your legal options including potential lawsuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many complaints does TransferWise Ltd have?

    TransferWise Ltd has 1,914 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about TransferWise Ltd?

    The most common issue reported is Other transaction problem with 465 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against TransferWise Ltd?

    You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company is required to respond within 15 days. You can also contact your state attorney general or consult a consumer protection attorney.

  • Does TransferWise Ltd respond to complaints on time?

    TransferWise Ltd has a 93.1% timely response rate, meaning that percentage of complaints received a response within the CFPB's required timeframe.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed June 2026.