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What is Unbilled Amount in Credit Card?

Posted on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024 | By IndusInd Bank

If you have gone through a credit card statement, you may have come across the term ‘unbilled amount’. After you complete a transaction on the credit card, its history can be seen under the ‘unbilled amount’ category.

So, what is the unbilled amount on a credit card? It refers to the transactions from the credit card that are yet to be processed and added to the credit card statement.

Understanding Credit Card Unbilled Amount

The unbilled amount represents the credit card activity carried out successfully by the cardholder but not yet added to the billing statement.

Let’s take an example to understand this:

Let’s assume you have a credit card whose next billing cycle is the 10th of the upcoming month. You decide to use your credit card on the 3rd of that month and carry out a transaction of ₹ 7000.

So, until the bill comes on the 10th of the month, this ₹ 7000 will show as the unbilled amount. It is because the amount has not yet been billed in a statement.

If you had made another transaction of ₹ 3000 on the 6th of that month, your unbilled amount would have been ₹ 10,000 (₹7000 + ₹3000).

With a clear idea of what an unbilled amount is in credit card statements, let’s see how and where you can check for the same.

How to Check the Unbilled Amount in Credit Card?

Now that you know what the unbilled amount on your credit card means, let’s see how you can check for the same:

1. Access your Net Banking Portal

You can log in to your net banking portal to access your credit card statement. In the statement, you will be able to see the unbilled charges.

2. Sign up for Text Message Alerts

You can sign up for text alerts for unbilled transactions. This way, you will be updated about the unbilled amount on your credit card in real time.

3. Reach out to Customer Service

You can contact the customer service of the bank to get clarity on the unbilled amount and clear any queries and doubts you may have.

4. Access mobile application

You can also utilise the bank’s mobile application to check the unbilled amount on your credit card.

Also Read: What Happens When You Default on Credit Cards?

Unbilled Amount Vs Outstanding Amount in Credit Card

Unbilled amounts and outstanding amounts of a credit card might seem confusing.

Here’s a table that explains the difference between the two:

Type of AmountMeaning
Unbilled amountIt is the total amount that reflects all the transactions you have carried out on the credit card but has not been added to the monthly bill yet.
Outstanding amountIt is the total billing amount that you must pay to the credit card company. It is also called current balance and can also include unpaid balances retained since the last statement.

It is advisable to clear any outstanding amounts at the earliest to avoid interest charges and build a good credit score.

Conclusion

Understand the unbilled amount to manage your finances effectively. It allows you to track your spending and have a clear idea of the upcoming credit card statement balance.

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Disclaimer:

The information provided in this article is generic and for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for specific advice in your circumstances. Hence, you are advised to consult your financial advisor before making any financial decision. IndusInd Bank Limited (IBL) does not influence the views of the author in any way. IBL and the author shall not be responsible for any direct/indirect loss or liability incurred by the reader for making any financial decisions based on the contents and information.

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