What this charge usually means
Seeing "COSTCO WHSE #0001 SEATTLE WA" on your statement means you or someone using your card made a purchase at Costco in SEATTLE, WA. Charges typically fall between $20 and $600.
Common reasons this appears
- Shopping trip at Costco store #0001
- Grocery, household, or general merchandise purchase
- Pickup or delivery order placed online
- Costco membership or subscription renewal
How to verify this charge
- Log into your Costco account and look at order history
- Search your email inbox for digital receipts
- Compare the charge date with any recent Costco shopping trips
- Check for pending vs. posted amount differences from held authorizations
When to worry
Be suspicious if the charge amount is unusually high, you have never shopped at this Costco location, or you see multiple charges from the same store in a short period. Contact Costco customer service first, then your bank if necessary.
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