Processing Fee
/ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ fiː/
Definitions
- (n.) A fee charged to cover administrative expenses associated with handling a transaction or application.
The court imposed a processing fee for filing the appeal.
Forms
- processing fee
- processing fees
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Commentary
Processing fees are often distinct from principal charges and should be clearly disclosed in contracts or agreements to avoid ambiguity.
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