PALCard

Resolve Common PALCard Problems

  • Supervisors should email requests to PALCard@uci.edu if it is a permanent request.
  • One time request must be processed through our UCIBuy+ site. See instructions to complete the request.
  • Identify incorrect charge(s) and contact vendor directly.
  • Explain the situation and request credit for full or partial amount, depending upon resolution.
  • Allow 7 calendar days for vendor to issue credit.
  • Cardholders and Reconcilers will receive a PALCard Documentation (PCDO) notification of credit, accessible in KFS Action List.
  • Call U.S. Bank at 800-344-5696 when a disputed charge cannot be resolved with a vendor after 7 calendar days.
  • Disputes must be filed with U.S. Bank within 60 calendar days of the transaction date to guarantee insurance protection.
  • Request to have the fraud statement emailed to your UCI email address.
  • Immediately report suspicious or fraudulent transactions to U.S. Bank at 800-344-5696 within 60 calendar days of the transaction date to guarantee insurance protection
  • U.S. Bank will close the account and issue a replacement PALCard within 2-3 working days.
  • Replacement PALCards are expedited to Procurement Services and the cardholder will be notified as soon as the card arrives.
  • If goods are returned via USPS, FedEx, or other carrier:
    • Call supplier to determine how to return goods and follow packaging and packaging instructions.
    • Request a credit to your PALCard or the re-shipment of the correct goods.
  • If goods are returned in person:
    • Take goods and PALCard receipt to supplier.
    • Exchange goods if desired. Use your PALCard for credits and additional charges, if any.
    • Retain receipts as part of your purchase documentation.
    • Do not accept a refund in cash, check, merchandise credit, or gift card.
  • An email will be sent from PALCard@uci.edu notifying when the credit has posted to your account with a supplier.
  • Contact U.S. Bank at 800-344-5696.
  • A $5 charge for each copy will be billed to your PALCard.
  • Contact U.S. Bank immediately at 800-344-5696 to protect your account from fraudulent or unauthorized use.
  • After you have notified U.S. Bank, email PALCard@uci.edu.
  • U.S. Bank will close your account and issue a new card for pickup at Procurement Services.
  • Prompt action on your part will eliminate your department's liability for fraudulent charges.