You may need to have a valid payment method on file, even if the app you want to download is free.
 If you get a message -> Your purchase could not be completed, you need to Add a payment method to your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)
- If you want to change your card, add first the new card, then remove the old one.
- or if you use your Apple Account balance, you need to set your Apple Account balance as your default payment.
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Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID
Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)
FYI: Not all credit & debit cards seem to work with App Store / iTunes Store, try a different one, or preferably a credit card. If your card is not accepted as a paymenf method, you need to contact your bank.
Add money to your Apple Account balance -> Add money to your Apple Account balance - Apple Support
If you have set your Apple Account balance as your default payment method, your default payment method will be used first by Apple when you need to make a payment.
App Store & iTunes gift card -> Apple Gift Card - Apple (UK)
- Add money to your Apple Account balance anytime, no gift card needed.
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If you update your payment method or add funds to your Apple Account balance, It would take about 1 to 3 business days in order to process.
If you're still unable to update your payment method, Contact Apple Support.
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Get more help and assistant from Apple directly, see Contact Apple for support and service -> Contact Apple for support and service – Apple Support (UK)Â