Resolving Payment Issues
Last updated: November 2025
Having trouble with subscription payments? This guide helps you fix common payment problems quickly.
Common Payment Errors
1. "Card Declined" Error
Why This Happens:
- Insufficient funds in account
- Card not enabled for online payments
- Bank fraud prevention blocking transaction
- Card expired or inactive
- International transactions disabled
How to Fix:
- Check your bank account balance
- Call your bank: "Enable online payments"
- Ask bank to whitelist Paystack
- Try different card if available
- Use bank transfer instead
💡 Nigerian Banks: GTBank, Access Bank, Zenith often block online payments by default. Call them to enable!
2. "Payment Failed" Error
Common Causes:
- Network timeout (poor internet)
- Bank server down
- Wrong CVV/PIN entered
- Card daily limit exceeded
How to Fix:
- Check your internet connection
- Verify card details correct (expiry, CVV)
- Try again after 30 minutes
- Check if bank debited you (if yes, contact support)
- Use alternative payment method
3. "Insufficient Funds" Error
Solution:
- Add money to your bank account
- Settings → Subscription → Retry Payment
- Or use different card/payment method
4. "Card Expired" Error
Solution:
- Go to Settings → Payment Method
- Click Update Card
- Enter new card details
- Save and retry payment
Subscription Renewal Failures
What Happens When Payment Fails
Day 0 (Billing Date):
- Payment attempted
- Failure email sent
- Subscription still active (grace period)
Days 1, 3, 7:
- Automatic retry attempts
- Email reminders sent
- Still have access to features
Day 7+:
- If still not paid, account downgraded
- Moved to lower plan or Free
- Features restricted
- Can upgrade again anytime
⚠️ Don't Wait: Fix payment issues immediately when notified! You have 7 days grace period.
Updating Your Payment Method
- Log in to InnGO dashboard
- Settings → Payment Method
- Click Add New Card or Update Card
- Enter card details:
- Card number
- Expiry date (MM/YY)
- CVV (3 digits on back)
- Name on card
- Click Save
- Verify with OTP from bank
Manual Payment Options
Bank Transfer
If cards keep failing, pay via transfer:
- Settings → Subscription
- Click Pay by Transfer
- Note the bank details and amount
- Transfer from your bank app
- Use Reference: Your hotel name + invoice number
- Send proof to support@inngo.com
- Account activated within 24 hours
Bank Details:
Account Name: InnGO Nigeria
Bank: Access Bank
Account Number: Contact support for current number
Important: Include your hotel name in transfer narration!
Pay at Office (Lagos Only)
- Visit InnGO office
- Pay cash or POS
- Get instant activation
- Contact support for address
Disputed Charges
Bank Debited But Subscription Not Activated
- Check bank statement for transaction reference
- Screenshot debit alert
- Email support@inngo.com with:
- Hotel name
- Amount debited
- Date/time of transaction
- Bank reference number
- Screenshot
- Support team investigates (usually same day)
- Account activated or refund issued
Charged Twice by Mistake
- Check Settings → Billing History
- Verify both charges in your bank
- Contact support immediately
- Refund processed within 5-7 business days
Refund Requests
Eligible for Refund:
- Charged twice by error
- Subscription didn't activate after payment
- Technical error on InnGO side
Not Eligible:
- Changed mind after upgrading
- Forgot to cancel before renewal
- Used features during billing period
How to Request Refund:
- Email support@inngo.com within 7 days
- Include invoice number and reason
- Provide bank account details
- Refunds processed in 5-7 business days
Nigerian Bank-Specific Issues
GTBank Cards
- Often blocks online payments by default
- Call *737*51#, enable online transactions
- Or dial GTBank support: 0700-4826-5328
Access Bank Cards
- May limit daily online spending
- Call *901#, increase limit
- Or use Access Bank app → Cards → Set Limits
Zenith Bank Cards
- Enable e-commerce in ZenithDirect app
- Cards → Select Card → Enable E-commerce
First Bank Cards
- Call *894*11# to activate online payments
- Or visit branch to enable
💡 Pro Tip: Before paying, call your bank and say: "I want to pay InnGO subscription online via Paystack. Enable my card."
Preventing Payment Issues
- ✓ Keep card details updated before expiry
- ✓ Ensure sufficient balance before billing date
- ✓ Enable online payments at your bank
- ✓ Add backup payment method
- ✓ Save InnGO emails - check regularly
- ✓ Set calendar reminder 3 days before billing
Still Having Issues?
Our support team is ready to help:
- Email: support@inngo.com (24-hour response)
- Live Chat: In dashboard (instant help)
- Phone: +234 [contact support for number] (9am-5pm WAT)
- WhatsApp: Available for urgent payment issues
📝 When Contacting Support: Include your hotel name, invoice number, error message, and screenshots for faster resolution!
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