have on file

have (something) on file

To have something available for reference through storage in a physical or digital file system. You must keep all bank records on file for a minimum of five years. Yes, I have your number on file in case we need to get in touch with you again. The hotel has your credit card on file, so they'll just charge our spa treatments on that.

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have something on file

to have a written record of something in storage. I'm sure I have your letter on file. I'll checkagain. We have your application on file somewhere.

See also: file, have, on

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