bank charges

Financial institution fees

Bank charges are fees that banks impose on account holders for various services or account conditions.

These typically include monthly maintenance fees, overdraft charges, ATM withdrawal fees, and penalties for falling below minimum balance requirements.

I was hit with bank charges after my account went into overdraft.

The term is more common in British English; Americans often say "bank fees" instead.

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