You paid on an international website.
The payment looked fine.
But days later, the temporary charge is still there.
This usually happens when an overseas transaction leaves an authorization hold that hasn’t been released yet.
International authorizations often last longer than domestic ones.
Why Overseas Authorization Holds Stay Longer
- Cross-border verification takes additional time
- Foreign merchants release holds later
- Time zone differences delay settlement
- Card networks apply longer hold windows
How to Tell It’s Still a Temporary Hold
- The charge is marked as pending
- No receipt or order confirmation was issued
- The amount hasn’t posted as a final charge
- Your available balance adjusts automatically
What You Should and Shouldn’t Do
- Wait 7–14 days for international holds to clear
- Do not dispute while it’s still pending
- Avoid paying again for the same service
- Contact support only if the hold posts
A lingering overseas authorization is usually a delay—not a hidden charge.