Where can I see who I owe Apple is requesting a credit card in order to update my apps
why can’t I update my apps , Apple is requesting a credit card , do I owe a balance somewhere?
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why can’t I update my apps
You may need to have a valid payment method on file, even if the app you want to download is free.
Free apps has also In-app pruchase.
You can have a credit card / debit card on file and an Apple Account balance.
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.
Some purchases might require you to have a credit card on file, even if you use your Apple Account balance to make the purchase.
If you don't have a credit card or don't want to use a credit card, you can also use your Apple Account balance as payment method.
See -> What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple Account balance
What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple Account balance – Apple Support (UK)
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- You can't use your Apple Account balance to send gifts or gift cards.
- If you use Family Sharing, your family members can't spend your Apple Account balance. Funds that you add to your Apple Account balance are only available to you. Find out more about how purchases are billed to your Apple Account balance.
- Some purchases might require you to have a credit card on file, even if you use your Apple Account balance to make the purchase.
See -> If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad
If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad – Apple Support (UK)
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Add a payment method
You may need to have a valid payment method on file, even if the app you want to download is free.
Resolve a problem with your payment method
See also -> 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.
If you still need help, get support from Apple directly -> Get Support or call Apple in your region see -> Contact Apple for support and service or check -> here for more support and assistance.