Being alive comes with a long bill.

From healthcare and housing to food, clothes, and education, even the basics are enough to empty your wallet. And that’s before you factor in life’s little pleasures.

But when a hidden, ridiculous fee gets thrown on top? That’s just adding insult to injury. These are some of the most outrageous charges people had to pay—and honestly, you’ll probably want to scream on their behalf.

#1

I Can Feel The Rage

Tweet screenshot showing complaint about a £110 fee for printing boarding passes, highlighting ridiculous fees frustration.

#2

$48 Convenience Fee Just To Pay My Rent

Online payment screen showing a $48.67 convenience fee, highlighting ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

It won’t let me just directly connect my checking account. My rent is already high enough and they want another 50 dollars out of me just to pay for it?

#3

Airbnb Cleaning Fee Is Almost Double The Rate For The Night

Price details showing multiple fees including cleaning fee, service fee, and taxes leading to a high total amount charged.

#4Kid Gets A Netspend Pre-Paid For His Bday Last Year With $50 On It. Finally Decided To Use It And The Fees Bled The Card Dry

Netspend account showing multiple ridiculous fees like inactivity and maintenance fees debited from a low balance.

#5

Someone Explain To Me How There’s Possibly 800 Dollars In Fees. Are You Kidding Me?

Screenshot of resale ticket fees showing $394.63 and $789.26 service fees people had right to be mad about

#6

I Bought A Digital Item And I Have To Pay A “Digital Delivery Fee”

Order summary showing a digital delivery fee added to the subtotal, illustrating ridiculous fees people are mad about.

#7

The Fees, Taxes And Tip Is Almost Equal To The Cost Of The Food Ordered

Order receipt showing subtotal, delivery fee, service fee, tax, and tip highlighting ridiculous fees customers face.

#8

I’m Being Charged To Install It Myself

Internet bill showing a $9.99 self-installation activation fee highlighted, illustrating ridiculous fees people get mad about.

#9

This Restaurant Charges An 18% Living Wage Fee

Receipt showing an 18% living wage fee added to a restaurant bill, illustrating ridiculous fees people were mad about.

This blows my mind.. Why should customers be charged if a restaurant has a stupid business model.. Try putting the prices up on all items instead of this pity party of a fee. Yes – all people should be paid a living wage including servers so fix your government policies and minimum wage laws.. sheesh..

 

#10

Dentist Cancelled An Hour Before I Was Supposed To Be There. I Have Gotten 3-4 Auto Messages The Last Week Reminding Me Of The Appointment And To Confirm It, Threatening $59 Fee For Short Notice Cancellation

Text message screenshot showing a $59 short-cancel appointment fee causing frustration about ridiculous fees.

#11

Non Cash Processing Fees At A Restaurant That Doesn’t Take Cash

Receipt showing a non cash processing fee added to a restaurant bill, highlighting ridiculous fees people disliked.

That’s illegal where I am. You need at least one non-surcharged method of payment.

#12

Every Cruise I Attempt To Book Ends Up Having “Taxes And Fees” That Are Higher Than The Actual Subtotal, Effectively Doubling The “Great Sale Price”

Summary of cruise fare with discounts and taxes, highlighting ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

 

#13

I Was Taken From My Drs Office To The Hospital By Ambulance Because My BP Was 70/14 And I Almost Fainted 3 Times. Traveled 1,3 Miles And Here’s The Charge For A 5 Minute Ride

Bill showing transportation services fees totaling 1811.94 dollars, highlighting ridiculous fees people were mad about.

#14

The Fees On This Airbnb For One Night

Booking details showing a high cleaning fee and service charges contributing to ridiculous fees people were upset about.

Which is exactly the reason I do never ever use AIRBNB

 

#15

My Bank Charged Me A $22 Fee For Only Having $14 In My Bank Account

Bank statement showing a Non-Sufficient Funds fee and a Dividend Earned entry, highlighting ridiculous fees frustration.

I love the logic of those fees. “You don’t have money, so we’ll… take more of your non-existent money!” Thanks, bank.

 

#16

Door Dash Fees Are Out Of Control

Receipt showing multiple delivery and service fees totaling $15 in additional charges before tipping, highlighting ridiculous fees.

avoid door dash, uber eats and collect yourself

 

#17

Giftcards.com Charged Me A Fee Every Month I Didn’t Use My Card Until The Balance Went To 0

List of monthly ridiculous fees from 2023 to 2024 shown on a card balance statement with fee amounts and dates.

Guess that’s the last time you will buy anything from them!

 

#18

Guess I’m Too Poor For Vacations Now?

Payment details showing a $1,075 host fee contributing to high and ridiculous fees on a booking receipt.

Or you could use a hotel.

 

#19

Travel Agency Charging 30€ Handling Fee For A 30.31€ Refund

Refund notification showing a €30 handling fee, illustrating ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

First one not in $, and I’m not surprised. Somehow the cheaper the travel agency is, the less likely they are to give you a refund on anything.

 

#20

First Fancy Dinner In God Knows When And Got Charged An Economic Recovery Fee?? I’m Not Made Of Money Either Cmon

Restaurant receipt showing an economic recovery fee listed among other charges and payment options on a table check.

I think paying 15 USD for a “cucumber margarita” equally ridiculous

 

#21

“No Surprises” Booking.com Fail

Price summary for a four bedroom holiday home showing multiple fees including tax, destination fee, cleaning fee, and service charge.

I disagree – that’s a hell of a surprise.

 

#22

Paying Almost $12 In Fees When I Pay A Monthly Fee For Free Delivery

Order receipt showing multiple food items with delivery fee and other fees contributing to a high total bill amount.

Should probably stop paying that monthly fee then

 

#23

Uber Eats’ $18 Delivery Fee For A $16 Order

Receipt showing ridiculous fees including delivery fee and temporary fuel surcharge, highlighting frustrating extra charges.

stop ordering delivery!!

 

#24

Which Wich Charges A Credit Card Fee Even If You Pay Cash

Receipt showing a ridiculous fee for a 3% credit card charge added on a sandwich order at a Norfolk restaurant.

I think this one is an error in the cash register. You should have asked them to remove it.

 

#25

Getting Charged A Convenience Fee By Ticket Booking Apps For For Using Their Service, Even Though They Are The Only One Offering The Tickets

Receipt showing a $32.16 convenience fee added to a $103.50 subtotal, illustrating ridiculous fees people were mad about.

I think that’s outrageous especially if they are the only ones offering the service! Although they probably charge it as they are the only ones offering the service so you either pay it or don’t get the tickets. 🫤

 

#26

This “Let’s Go Brandon Fee”

Receipt showing a ridiculous fee labeled Let's Go Brandon added due to outrageous price increases on a food order.

Let’s go get fùcked, Brandon. You first.

 

#27

What Was Supposed To Be A $64 Uber Ride Ended Up Costing $120.99 Because Of Hidden Fees And Whatever “Surge” Is

Ride receipt showing multiple ridiculous fees including surge, booking, and fuel surcharge charges.

It looks outrageous, but “what it is” will become visible by clicking on the ?-symbol, dear OP. Be angry but don’t play stupid.

 

#28

“Hospitality Fee”

Sign on counter stating a 4% hospitality charge surcharge not payable as gratuity, an example of ridiculous fees.

……the who is offering the hospitality?

 

#29

Georgia Restaurant Charging A $20 “Live Band Entertainment Fee” To Customers’ Receipt

Restaurant exterior of Katch Kitchen & Cocktails and receipt showing a $20 live band entertainment fee, highlighting ridiculous fees.

what if the customers are hearing impaired?

 

#30

Panera Bread Increases Food Price By 25% When You Switch To Delivery After Redeeming “No Fees” Delivery

Panera Bread online order showing price increase, illustrating ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

#31

Restaurant Bill From Tonight

Receipt showing an 18% service charge fee highlighted, an example of ridiculous fees people have every right to be mad about.

I’m not the first to post these, but 18 percent service charge, waiter said it doesn’t go to him and a lot of people don’t tip on top, it’s confusing. Fairly expensive restaurant in LA, looked on menu after and saw it in the fine print. I hate this so much, I won’t go back.

Remove it. And your tip is dont add fees if you want a tip. There is no such thing as fine print if i haven’t paid

 

#32

Shame On Me For Not Reading The Agreement, But A Fee That Exorbitant Raises A Few Questions

Hertz rental receipt showing ridiculous fees including toll charges and a convenience fee causing customer frustration.

I mean this is pretty standard for a lot of rentals. Just don’t use the toll lanes.

 

#33

I Paid 10 Dollars In Delivery Fee And None Of It Is For The Driver? So What’s The Fee For Then?

Delivery pizza boxes stacked with a message clarifying delivery charges are not tips for drivers, reflecting ridiculous fees frustration.

“They carry less than $20 – I mean we don’t pay them enough to carry more, lol.”

 

#34

Got An Eviction Letter For Being 15 Minutes Late Paying My Rent. Look At These Fees

List of ridiculous fees on a rental statement including pest control, trash admin, and eviction costs totaling nearly $2,000.

$180 just for writing an eviction letter??? Like seriously?? You had to write it once and I bet it was years ago. You have copies just laying around!
So my $1,479 of rent after all these charges and the late fee really means my rent is $1,988. Why is it a bank can tell me I can’t afford a $900 mortgage but $2000 for rent? Nah, you got this bro. 2 bed room dumpster fire with dry wall missing. This isn’t not the luxury apartment that’s advertised, so why charge luxury prices?
15 minutes late… kiss my a*s. You force us to pay using money order. Sorry you close your office 15 minutes before I get home. I live in Dallas, I tried to race here but whatever. My schedule doesn’t revolve around you. Maybe get your s**t together and setup online payments.
Also, I haven’t seen the pest dude since I’ve lived here.
I hate being a millennial.

Eviction costs doesn’t mean the letter costs 😂🤦‍♂️

 

#35

The Amount Of Fees I Paid On A Pizza Delivery

Receipt showing ridiculous fees including service fee, delivery fee, and multiple taxes on a pizza and onion rings order.

Why do people put up with and reinforce this sh‍it?

 

#36

Was Thinking Of Going Bowling Soon, Until I Saw The Prices

Bowling reservation receipt showing a high total with fees including reservation and shoe rental charges.

😱 is that how much bowling costs now?! (Haven’t been in years)

 

#37

Trying To Pay My Tuition And Have Nearly A $50 Service Fee

Service charge of $46.45 on payment screen, illustrating ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

4% scam. Please send me your bank details if you want to be paid

 

#38

Ordered Some Clothes From A Reputable, Brick-And-Mortar Store In Greece. Got Hit With An Invoice Of $340 Upon Delivery To America

UPS online shipment fee payment page showing import, government, and brokerage charges totaling $339.09.

Turns out one of the items (€115) was made in china. Surprise. Charge is non-negotiable and irreversible. If I refuse the package I will still owe the money.

But the country pays the tariffs 😵‍💫🙄😆🤷🏻‍♂️

 

#39

“A 20% Fee Is Added To All “To-Go” Orders. 10% Is Paid To The Server Who Prepares The Order And 10% Is A “To-Go” Fee”

Waffle House ridiculous to-go fees adding 20 percent total charge including tip, causing outrage and customer frustration.

The fvck it is.

 

#40

Excessive Fees And Charges For A Rental Car

Woman standing next to a black car with a list of ridiculous fees on a car rental receipt including taxes and add-ons.

The original price was $390 so I was shocked when it jumped to $550 upon payment. Come to find out there’s just a buttload of excessive fees and surcharges. I mean what on earth is the police training fee for…
Picking up and dropping off at an airport.

Why the f**k would I be forced to pay for the pigs training because I rented a car? Train them to what? Needlessly and unjustly pull people over to meet their quota?

 

#41

Trying To Book A Hotel Through The Hotel’s Website To Save Money And… Wtf Is A Bed Tax?

Hotel bill showing multiple ridiculous fees including resort, bed, sales, and destination fees totaling $970.45 for two nights.

“Wtf Is A Bed Tax?” Usually the local municipality tax on hotels / BnBs etc.

 

#42

My Renewal Used To Be About $60 USD. My State Passed A Law That States Hybrid Cars Get A 100-200 Dollar Fee Because The State Isn’t Making Money Off Of Me Buying Gas

Close-up of a motor vehicle renewal fee statement showing multiple fees causing frustration over ridiculous fees.

Organ donor fee?!?!?!?!

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#43

Buying Tickets I Was Excited To See They Would Match A Donation To My Local Food Bank. They Charge A Fee To Donate. The Larger The Donation The Larger The Fee

Screenshot showing Eventbrite donation options with additional fees, highlighting ridiculous fees people had right to be mad about.

But when they make the donation to the food bank, it’s in their name, not yours.

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#44

Landlord Switched Payment Platform To One That Charges A Fee On Top Of Rent

Payment screen showing ridiculous fees for new credit card and bank account options per transaction.

Just send him a check every month. See how convenient that is for your landlord…

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#45

Wanted To Avoid Delivery Fees, Got Charged Convenience Fee For Ordering Online And Picking It Up Myself

Receipt showing a convenience fee charged for a custom acai bowl, an example of ridiculous fees people complain about.

Well you paid it?

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#46

My $25 Gift Card Is Worth $0 Due To Inactivity

Bank statement showing multiple inactivity fees deducted from account balance, illustrating ridiculous fees customers face.

Why are people constantly complaining about this? It’s explained very near the top of the T&C that it’ll be eaten by fees in no time. Do people not even bother to GLANCE AT what they’re buying? If you’re gonna be stupid, you’ll pay for it. At least make the minimum effort (like GLANCING at what you’re buying!).

 

#47

My Friend Forgot His Phone In The Lyft Yesterday. We Paid A $15 Fee To Be Able To Communicate With The Driver. It’s Been Almost 24 Hours And No Response From Lyft Or The Driver

Lyft driver communication screen with message about driver contact rules and call details on a phone app interface.

Lyft driver playing fingers keepers losers weepers.

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#48

These Fees Are Getting A Bit Out Of Hand

Ticket order summary showing high service fees, highlighting ridiculous fees people had every right to be mad about.

#49

First It Was The $75 Charge To Use The Fridge, Now This?

Resort fee Wi-Fi charge warning showing extra device fees at Caesars Resorts, highlighting ridiculous fees to be mad about.

It’s Vegas. I’m not surprised by this.

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#50

$81.78 In Fees For Two Concert Tickets, But Don’t Worry, Delivery On The Virtual Tickets Is Free

Verified tickets order details showing multiple ridiculous fees including service, facility, and processing charges totaling over sixty dollars.