i bought a visa gift card from my local grocery store, once I registered the gift card i tried adding it to my App Store balance so i can make a purchase online,
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👉 A visa gift card or an App Store & iTunes gift card?
If it is an Apple Store gift card, see -> Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods
Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – Apple Support (UK)
- set your Apple ID balance as default payment.
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If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store
If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support
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Get more help
- If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.
- If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.
- In some countries and regions, your payment method might be declined because of changes to local law. Learn about billing and purchases in Europe or what to do if your card is declined in India.
- If you still need help, contact Apple Support.
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If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", contact Apple Support for help.
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If your Apple ID is locked or disabled
If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)
-> Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication
Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support
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