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What is AWS EMEA on your bank statement?

Here's what this charge most likely is, grounded in our prefix dictionary and what the descriptor itself contains.

High confidence

This appears to be a charge from Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud computing services billed through their EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) regional entity.

Most likely: Amazon Web Services
a cloud computing platform · Luxembourg (EMEA billing entity)
Processed by: Amazon Web Services
AWS is both the merchant and the billing entity here — there is no separate payment processor. The 'EMEA' portion refers to Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, the Luxembourg-based legal entity that handles AWS billing for customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Category
Cloud Infrastructure

Doesn't look right? Things you could check:

  • Check your AWS billing console — Logging into console.aws.amazon.com and checking the Billing & Cost Management section will show a detailed breakdown of what services were used.
  • Look for an AWS invoice email — AWS typically sends monthly invoice emails to the account's root email address, which may clarify the exact services and amounts.
  • Consider who might have set up the account — If you don't recognize having an AWS account, it's worth checking whether a family member, developer, or business partner may have set one up using your payment details.
  • Review usage for unexpected activity — AWS bills can vary month to month based on usage; the AWS Cost Explorer tool can help identify unexpected spikes.
WHAT THE DESCRIPTOR TELLS US

An Amazon Web Services charge — cloud hosting and developer infrastructure. This is common for anyone running a website, app, or online service.

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