What is the Dell Financial Services (DFS) authorization charge that I see appearing on my credit card?
For your protection, we perform an authorization charge upon entry of the credit card information into our system. This is a temporarily authorization charge of $5.00 to verify the authenticity of the card number and expiration date, regardless of the address or card verification value check (CVV). Typically this charge is removed from the account within 1-3 business days. Final credit card verification is performed immediately after the $5.00 approved authorization. We will contact you if your card is rejected or declined.
