Stripe decline code
revocation_of_authorization
The cardholder revoked permission for this recurring charge with their bank.
Quick answer
revocation_of_authorization is a hard decline. Retrying will keep failing; the customer has to act.
| Decline code | revocation_of_authorization |
|---|---|
| Type | Hard (needs customer action) |
| Retrying helps? | No |
| Category | Bank decline |
| Customer fix | Re-authorize the subscription or add a new card. |
Will retrying help?
No, retrying will keep failing
Reach out to the customer to confirm they want to continue and re-establish payment.
A real example
The customer told their bank to stop this specific recurring payment.
What the customer needs to do
Re-authorize the subscription or add a new card.
Your recovery approach
Reach out to the customer to confirm they want to continue and re-establish payment.
Copy-paste recovery email
Subject
Your bank declined the [Product] charge
Your bank blocked the payment without giving a reason, which is common for recurring charges they do not recognize.
A 30-second call to your bank usually fixes it, or you can use a different card below.
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FAQ
What does the Stripe "revocation_of_authorization" decline code mean?
The cardholder revoked permission for this recurring charge with their bank.
Will retrying a "revocation_of_authorization" decline work?
No. revocation_of_authorization is a hard decline, so retrying the same card will keep failing. Reach out to the customer to confirm they want to continue and re-establish payment.
How do I recover a payment that failed with "revocation_of_authorization"?
Reach out to the customer to confirm they want to continue and re-establish payment. Customer action: Re-authorize the subscription or add a new card.
Related decline codes
Source: official Stripe decline codes documentation. Recovery guidance is SubRevival's own.