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How to add debit card to Apple wallet

When I try to add my debit card to my Apple wallet I get an error that says contact card administrator which is Citibank. I contacted Citibank and they say the account is good and there should be no reason that the card wouldn’t be added to my Apple Pay. I am able to add credit cards easily but it fails when I try to add debit card. Any answers?

iPhone SE, iOS 13

Posted on Jan 9, 2020 2:10 PM

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Posted on Jan 9, 2020 3:07 PM

Can't add card to wallet


  1. Check your Apple ID region to make sure it is correct (https://appleid.apple.com/)
  2. Check the region on your device to ensure it is correct (Settings>general>language & region - set to your region)
  3. A passcode is required to use the Wallet app. 
  4. You need to be in a region that supports Apple Pay - Countries and regions that support Apple Pay - Apple Support
  5. Your bank needs to support Apple Pay - Apple Pay participating banks - Apple Support
  6. Sometimes if you sign out of your Apple ID and back in it resolves the problem.
  7. If none of these suggestions are able to resolve your issue you can go here for further assistance - If you can't add cards to Wallet for Apple Pay - Apple Support


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Jan 9, 2020 3:07 PM in response to BigCrush

Can't add card to wallet


  1. Check your Apple ID region to make sure it is correct (https://appleid.apple.com/)
  2. Check the region on your device to ensure it is correct (Settings>general>language & region - set to your region)
  3. A passcode is required to use the Wallet app. 
  4. You need to be in a region that supports Apple Pay - Countries and regions that support Apple Pay - Apple Support
  5. Your bank needs to support Apple Pay - Apple Pay participating banks - Apple Support
  6. Sometimes if you sign out of your Apple ID and back in it resolves the problem.
  7. If none of these suggestions are able to resolve your issue you can go here for further assistance - If you can't add cards to Wallet for Apple Pay - Apple Support


How to add debit card to Apple wallet

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