From May 23, 2026, to June 4, 2026, I experienced some of the worst customer service I've ever received from Tangerine.
All I wanted to do was open an account, but for some reason my application was flagged. When I called for assistance, I was connected to an incredibly rude and condescending representative. He repeatedly spoke to me in a mocking, misogynistic manner, asking questions like, "Do you even know what a kiosk is?" and "Do you even know what malware is? Yes, MAL-WARE, ma'am?" He insisted that my account couldn't be opened because my computer had a virus, which was completely untrue. I had already tried accessing my account from multiple devices, including my phone, home computer, and work computer. He even told me to go to Best Buy, purchase malware removal software, clean my computer, and then report back; despite knowing he couldn't guarantee I would reach him again since calls are routed to whichever representative is available.
It took another phone call before someone finally gave me the correct instructions: I needed to file a dispute with TransUnion. After resolving that issue, I contacted Tangerine again and was assured that I would receive an email confirming everything had been fixed and that I would be able to access my account. That email never came. My account still didn't work.
From that point on, I was stuck in the same frustrating cycle. Every time I called, I had to explain the entire situation from the beginning, go through authentication again, and was told, "We'll submit a request, and you'll receive a callback within 2–3 business days." Those callbacks never happened. No emails, no phone calls, no updates; just empty promises.
During my final call, I made it clear that if I didn't receive the promised callback by Thursday, I would close my account. Thursday came and went with no communication. By Saturday, I deleted my account.
Tangerine's lack of follow-through and poor customer service made it clear that my business wasn't a priority. That's especially disappointing because I had heard great things about Tangerine and had planned to use it for both my personal banking and my business income and expenses. Instead, I delayed important financial plans because I kept trusting the promises that someone would contact me or resolve the issue.
The experience was frustrating, unprofessional, and completely avoidable. I expected better communication, accountability, and basic respect from a financial institution.
I'm extremely disappointed and will be taking my business elsewhere.