What Should I Do If My Booking Is Not Confirmed After Payment, or the Payment Is Delayed?
If you're experiencing issues such as a reservation not being confirmed after payment or observing delays in the payment process, this comprehensive guide will help you understand and resolve the situation.
Understanding the Causes
Expired Quotes
One common reason for a booking not being confirmed is that the quote used for the booking had expired. Booking systems often operate on time-sensitive pricing, and expired quotes cannot be honored , , .
Payment Authorization vs. Collection
While your bank may show the transaction as authorized, AFerry only collects payments once a booking is confirmed. In case of an expired quote or incomplete booking, AFerry does not collect any payment. The pending amount should return to your account automatically within a few days, depending on your bank’s processing times , , .
Actions to Take
Restart the Booking Process
If a booking could not be completed due to an expired quote or missed payment deadline, restart the booking process from scratch. Generate a new quote to ensure the most updated pricing and availability are applied.
Complete the payment promptly to secure your booking and prevent expiration of the new quote , .
Request a New Payment Link if Necessary
In cases where payment was not completed in time, the original payment link becomes invalid, and pricing may need reassessment. You can request a new payment link to proceed with the updated information .
Customer Assurance and Expected Timeline
AFerry proactively requests banks to cancel any authorized transactions that could not be completed due to booking failures. As a result, pending payments typically revert back to customer accounts within a few business days , , .
Note: Processing times for returned payments are primarily dependent on your bank. Contact your bank for any specific concerns about delays.
Preventive Measures
Always ensure you act promptly on payment links provided during the booking process to avoid quote expirations.
Confirm that your payment is successful and the booking is immediately confirmed before closing the process.
Regularly check your email or account for updates on the status of your booking.
By following these steps, you can address and resolve issues related to payment and booking confirmation effectively while ensuring a smoother experience for future bookings.