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Walmart+ Charge on Your Bank Statement? How to Identify, Cancel or Dispute It (2026)

Last updated: March 2026 — verified against current billing descriptors

We break down exactly what Walmart+ charges are, which membership plan or renewal triggered them, and how to cancel or dispute them — step by step.

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What is the Walmart+ charge?

A WM+ MEMBERSHIP, WALMART*PLUS, or WALMART.COM* MEMBERSHIP charge on your bank statement refers to the monthly or annual fee for Walmart's premium shipping and benefits program. Launched to compete with Amazon Prime, Walmart+ offers members free professional delivery from stores, fuel discounts, and early access to deals. The charge typically appears as a flat rate of either $12.95 (monthly) or $98 (annually), plus any applicable local taxes.

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Common bank statement descriptors

  • WM+ MEMBERSHIP — standard monthly or annual recurring fee
  • WALMART* INC 800-966-6546 — a general customer service number for membership inquiries
  • WMT* PLUS RENEWAL — indicates an automatic renewal of an existing annual plan
  • APPLE.COM/BILL — if you subscribed to Walmart+ through the Walmart iOS application

Is This Charge Legitimate Or Fraudulent?

Unrecognized Walmart+ charges are frequently caused by "Silent Trial Expirations." Walmart aggressively promotes 30-day free trials at points of sale and online checkout. Many customers opt-in to save shipping costs on a single large order and forget to cancel. Once the trial expires, the "Continuous Billing" cycle begins. Fraud involves "Account Takeovers" where a thief gains access to your Walmart.com login and upgrades your account to Walmart+ to gain free shipping for fraudulent orders placed with your saved credit card.

Why Does This Charge Appear On My Bank Statement?

Walmart+ is a recurring subscription service. Common reasons for the charge include:

  • Auto-Renewal: Your membership renewed for another month or year automatically.
  • Promotion End: You were on a discounted promotional period (often offered for $49/yr) that has now ended and reverted to the full $98/yr rate.

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  • In-Store Signup: You may have been signed up for a trial by an associate at the cash register while providing your phone number or email for a receipt.
  • Walmart Credit Card: If you use a Capital One Walmart Rewards card, you may have been auto-enrolled in certain benefits that carry a membership fee.

How To Stop This Charge

To stop a Walmart+ membership immediately:

  1. Log in to your Walmart.com account.
  2. Go to Account and select Walmart+ from the menu.
  3. Select Manage Membership.
  4. Click Cancel Walmart+.
  5. You must provide a reason for cancellation and confirm your choice on the following screens.
  6. Check your email for a Cancellation Confirmation from Walmart.

Note: You will continue to have access to member benefits until the end of your current billing period.

How To Dispute This Charge

Always attempt to resolve billing errors with Walmart Customer Support first. They are generally helpful with membership refunds if the charge happened within the last 48 hours and you haven't used any delivery benefits since the renewal.

Dispute with your bank if:

  • A Walmart+ charge appears but you do not have a Walmart account and have never shopped at their stores (identity theft).
  • You cancelled your membership weeks ago, have the confirmation email, but were still billed for a renewal.
  • You were charged the full annual rate ($98) when you explicitly signed up for the monthly plan ($12.95).

Timeline guidance

Contact Walmart support within 48 hours for the best chance at a membership refund. Bank disputes should be filed within 60 days of the statement date.

Evidence you'll need

  • The Cancellation Confirmation Email from Walmart.
  • A screenshot of your Walmart+ Membership Page showing 'Cancelled.'
  • Your Order History proving you haven't used 'Free Shipping' benefits since the charge.

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Walmart+ offers significant value for frequent shoppers, but their automated billing can be a source of frustration for those who only wanted a one-time trial. If you are using the app, check your 'Membership' settings every few months to ensure you aren't paying for a service you no longer need, especially if you have multiple shopping apps competing for your monthly budget.

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Frequently asked questions about Walmart+ charges

What does WM+ MEMBERSHIP mean on my statement?

It refers to your monthly ($12.95) or annual ($98) subscription fee for the Walmart+ membership program.

Why was I charged for Walmart+ if I only use the free app?

You likely signed up for a 30-day free trial that automatically converted to a paid subscription because you didn't cancel it in time.

How do I cancel my Walmart+ membership?

Log in to your Walmart account, go to Account > Walmart+ > Manage Membership, and click 'Cancel Walmart+.'

Can I get a refund for an accidental Walmart+ renewal?

Refunds are typically only granted if you contact support within 48 hours of the charge and haven't used any membership benefits like free shipping.