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Unable to spend balance in my Apple Account.

I cannot spend the money I have in my Apple account


and it’s really causing a problem for me


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Posted on Nov 20, 2024 9:03 PM

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Posted on Nov 21, 2024 6:18 AM

What makes you think you cannot? Note that Apple may require you have a credit or debit card present in addition to your account balance. The balance will be used first if it can, but the card still has to be there.


Some things cannot be purchased with account balance. This document outlines what you can buy with your Apple Account [Apple ID] balance --> What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple Account balance - Apple Support



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Nov 21, 2024 6:18 AM in response to Y_H_Bangalee

What makes you think you cannot? Note that Apple may require you have a credit or debit card present in addition to your account balance. The balance will be used first if it can, but the card still has to be there.


Some things cannot be purchased with account balance. This document outlines what you can buy with your Apple Account [Apple ID] balance --> What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple Account balance - Apple Support



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