Checking or savings account -- Opening an account -- Complaint #18118789
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 18118789
Company: Chime Financial INC
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Opening an account
Sub-Issue: Unable to open an account
State: Nevada
ZIP Code: 89101
Date Received: 2025-10-19T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-12-03T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
On XX/XX/year>, I attempted to open a checking/savings account with Chime. I submitted all required identification and fully complied with all standard application procedures. Despite meeting every eligibility requirement, my application was arbitrarily and unlawfully denied without explanation. I immediately requested detailed information from Chime regarding the denial, including verification requirements, eligibility issues, and steps to correct any potential problems. Chime refused to provide any explanation or resolution, constituting a violation of federal consumer protection laws, including the Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( XXXX U.S.C. XXXX ), the Federal Trade Commission Act, XXXX XXXX, and other applicable statutes and regulatory codes. I further invoke my sovereign consumer rights, common law protections, matrix system codes, and XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX ) XXXX, demanding the immediate deletion, nullification, and removal of all false, unauthorized, or inaccurate accounts reported under XXXX XXXX XXXX, Social Security last XXXX XXXX. These accounts are legally invalid, unenforceable, and in direct violation of federal, state, and sovereign codes. I demand that Chime : XXXX. Provide a full written explanation for the account denial. XXXX. Immediately reinstate my ability to open an account. XXXX. Permanently remove all false accounts and reporting under my name and SSN. XXXX. Confirm compliance in writing within XXXX calendar days, in accordance with CFPB oversight, federal law, and sovereign enforcement authority. Failure to comply constitutes willful violation of consumer rights, fair banking access, and legal codes, and may result in escalated action under federal, state, and sovereign enforcement provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #18118789 about?
Complaint #18118789 was filed against Chime Financial INC regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Opening an account. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-10-19T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Chime Financial INC 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 Chime Financial INC?
Yes, visit the Chime Financial INC company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/chime-financial-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
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