diff --git a/lib/gui_text.py b/lib/gui_text.py
index 66b4c8e8..a1ca7d80 100644
--- a/lib/gui_text.py
+++ b/lib/gui_text.py
@@ -273,7 +273,7 @@ class ElectrumGui:
         if status:
             self.show_message(_('Payment sent.'))
             self.do_clear()
-            self.update_contacts_tab()
+            #self.update_contacts_tab()
         else:
             self.show_message(_('Error'))