Stripe decline code
withdrawal_count_limit_exceeded
The card hit a limit on the number of withdrawals or charges allowed within a period set by the issuer.
Primary source: Stripe’s official decline codes reference
Why it happens
- Too many transactions on the card within the period.
- A daily or per-period count cap was reached.
- Repeated quick retries used up the allowance.
Should you retry it?
Sometimes — it depends on the issuer
Once the limit window resets, the same card often works. Space retries out rather than attempting repeatedly.
How to recover it
Space retries well apart so the limit can reset, and suggest the customer wait or use another card.
Let Stripe's retry schedule run first. For invoices that stay unpaid after it ends, Recoverly opens a case and — with your approval — sends a 3-step payment-update sequence (Day 0 / 3 / 7) linking to Stripe's hosted payment page.
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Written by the Recoverly team · Published June 25, 2026 · Last reviewed July 17, 2026
Recoverly finds invoices Stripe’s retries left unpaid and — with your approval — sends payment-update emails, then verifies what actually came back. This page is informational and not affiliated with Stripe.