I'm trying to update my payment method with my new VISA card which has been issued from an UAE bank. I get this message:
"Your payment method is not valid in this store. Please enter a new payment method"
My Billing address/region is Canada. Is this an issue here? Do I have to change my billing address or change the region?
I'm living in Canada and don't want to change my region.
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Why Your UAE Visa Card Might Be Declined
The mismatch between your billing address (Canada) and the card's issuing country (UAE) is likely the primary reason for the "payment method not valid" error.
Potential Solutions:
* Contact Your Bank:
* Verify that your card is authorized for international transactions.
* Inquire about any potential blocks or restrictions on your card.
* Check Card Details:
* Ensure you've entered the correct card number, expiration date, and CVV.
* Double-check the billing address associated with the card matches the address on your card statement.
* Temporary Address Verification:
* Some banks require additional verification for online purchases. You might need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction.
* Alternative Payment Method:
* Consider using a different payment method, such as a PayPal account or a credit card issued in Canada.
Important Considerations:
* Apple ID Region: While you don't want to change your region, it's worth verifying that your Apple ID is indeed set to Canada.
* Card Type: Some card types might have restrictions on international purchases.
Why Your UAE Visa Card Might Be Declined
The mismatch between your billing address (Canada) and the card's issuing country (UAE) is likely the primary reason for the "payment method not valid" error.
Potential Solutions:
* Contact Your Bank:
* Verify that your card is authorized for international transactions.
* Inquire about any potential blocks or restrictions on your card.
* Check Card Details:
* Ensure you've entered the correct card number, expiration date, and CVV.
* Double-check the billing address associated with the card matches the address on your card statement.
* Temporary Address Verification:
* Some banks require additional verification for online purchases. You might need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction.
* Alternative Payment Method:
* Consider using a different payment method, such as a PayPal account or a credit card issued in Canada.
Important Considerations:
* Apple ID Region: While you don't want to change your region, it's worth verifying that your Apple ID is indeed set to Canada.
* Card Type: Some card types might have restrictions on international purchases.
Apple nowhere states this outright but it is generally posted on the forums that you have to use a payment method from the same country as the one to which the Apple Account is set. In other words, if you live in Canada you neeed to use a payment method from Canada and billed to you at an address in Canada.
Apple does not explicitly state this requirement, but it's a common issue reported by users. It seems the payment method's country and the Apple ID's country need to match.
If you encounter this issue, consider using a payment method from the same country as your Apple ID.
Why does Apple say my payment method is not valid in this store?
