Checking or savings account -- Managing an account -- Complaint #17830086
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 17830086
Company: Citibank, N.A.
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Managing an account
Sub-Issue: Banking errors
State: New York
ZIP Code: 11214
Date Received: 2025-11-23T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-11-23T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
On XX/XX/XXXX, I opened a Citi XXXX account online using an official Citibank promotional link. On XX/XX/XXXX, I received a message in the Citibank mobile app stating that I was not qualified for the promotional bonus. I contacted Citibank to request that the {$750.00} promotional bonus be credited to my account, as I had met all qualifying conditions outlined in the promotional terms. I also asked the bank to conduct an investigation. I received a case ID ending in XXXX. Initially, the bank informed me that I was not eligible because I had been a signer on an existing checking account within the previous XXXX calendar days. I explained that the promotional terms did not state any XXXX requirement. Following the investigation, Citibank sent me a letter stating that the promotion actually required that a customer must not have been a signer on an existing consumer checking account within XXXX calendar days prior to opening the new account. The letter also stated that their records showed I was an existing account holder on XX/XX/XXXX. This is correct ; however, that same account had been closed on XX/XX/XXXX. From XX/XX/XXXX to XX/XX/XXXX, more than XXXX calendar days had passed, confirming that I fully met the eligibility requirement. Since all other promotional conditions were also fulfilled, I contacted the bank again on XX/XX/XXXX and respectfully requested that the {$750.00} promotional bonus be honored. However, the bank agent, XXXX, insisted once again on the incorrect XXXX requirement, even after I explained that their own investigation letter explicitly stated the requirement was XXXX days, not XXXX. The chat was abruptly ended, I assumed by the agent because the app immediately shows a technical issue. I started another conversation via the mobile app chat again and with different a representative named XXXX, who was professional, but the issue remained unresolved. Due to the ongoing refusal to honor the promotional terms, I decided to close my account on XX/XX/XXXX. I believe the bank used inconsistent and misleading explanations to avoid providing the promotional bonus despite my having met all requirements. This conduct appears deceptive. Citibank could have informed me at the time I enrolled in the promotion if I were truly ineligible, but instead they held my funds throughout the required period and then attempted to deny the bonus with shifting justifications. This has been a significant waste of my time. I respectfully request that this matter be investigated for potential fraudulent or deceptive business practices to help prevent other consumers from experiencing similar issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #17830086 about?
Complaint #17830086 was filed against Citibank, N.A. regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Managing an account. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-11-23T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Citibank, N.A. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Checking or savings account) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Citibank, N.A.?
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Disclaimer
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