Rideshare authorization hold
Uber, Lyft, and similar services place a small authorization hold when a trip begins to confirm your card is valid. The hold is replaced by the final trip charge within a day or two of completion.
Typical hold details
Typical hold amount$2–$50
Typical release window1–5 business days
How this hold works
Uber/Lyft place a small auth hold when the trip starts. Final charge replaces the hold within a few days.
When to take action
If the hold is still showing after 5 business days and your trip has already been charged separately, contact your bank or the rideshare app's support.
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