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issue with Apple Pay for App Store purchases

Hi, I’m having an issue with Apple Pay for App Store purchases.


I previously used a different Apple Account on my iPhone, and Apple Pay worked normally for my App Store purchases and subscriptions with that account.


I have now completely switched to a new Apple Account, including iCloud and Media & Purchases.


I also added my bank card to Apple Pay in the Wallet app. Apple Pay works normally elsewhere.


However, when I try to make an App Store purchase or an in-app subscription, the payment method appears as my card directly, and I do not see an option to pay with Apple Pay.


This is different from my previous Apple Account, where I was able to use Apple Pay normally for App Store purchases.


I specifically want to use Apple Pay for the App Store purchase rather than having the card charged directly as an App Store payment method.


I am located in France, where Apple Pay is supported.


Could you please explain why Apple Pay is no longer appearing as a payment option with my new Apple Account, even though it worked with my previous account and Apple Pay is correctly set up?


Thank you.

2 replies

App Store purchases are not Apple Pay Associated. Apple uses the payment methods you’ve entered in your Apple Account. Apple Pay uses payment methods in your Apple Wallet app for Tap-To-Pay purchases and online purchases using Apple Pay.


Apple Pay is not a payment method. Are you confusing Apple Pay with Apple Cash account? Apple Cash accounts can only be associated with one specific Apple Account.