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How to Add My Card to Apple Pay?

Learn how to easily add your card to Apple Pay on your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Mac.

Updated over a week ago

To add your card to Apple Pay, follow these steps for each device:

iPhone

  1. Open the Wallet app.

  2. Tap the "+" button to add a new card.

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to scan your card or enter the details manually.

  4. Once your card is added, you'll be able to use it for payments.

Apple Watch

  1. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.

  2. Go to the "My Watch" tab, then tap "Wallet & Apple Pay."

  3. Tap "Add Card" and follow the prompts.

iPad

  1. Go to Settings > Wallet & Apple Pay.

  2. Tap "Add Card" and follow the instructions.

  3. Use your Touch ID or Face ID to authenticate.

Mac

  1. Open the "System Preferences" app.

  2. Select "Wallet & Apple Pay," then click "Add Card."

  3. Follow the instructions to add your card.

Card Verification on Apple Pay

When you add your card to Apple Pay, Apple may ask you to verify it. Verification makes sure the card is really yours.

Methods available:

  • By SMS

  • By phone call

  • By email

Which option we recommend
Whenever possible, choose email. It’s quick, safe, and stable — you’ll get a confirmation code straight to your inbox.
SMS or phone call also work, but sometimes mobile operators are slower, and delivery may fail.

What if you don’t see the email option?
Sometimes Apple Pay only shows one method (like SMS or call). If this happens:

  1. Remove the card from Apple Pay completely.

  2. Add the card again.

After that, Apple Pay usually gives you different options, including email.

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