How do I change my payment method linked to my Apple Account?

i had my credit card cancelled. this is the one linked to apple for subscriptions because it was unlawfully used in a purchase transaction by an unknown entity. i tried to delete it in settings as payment option but i am unable to. there is also no prompt that comes out when i want to add another payment option. pls advise. thank you



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iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 27, 2025 2:36 AM

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Posted on Mar 27, 2025 11:32 PM

Re: cancelling payment option in apple: i tried to delete it in settings as payment option but i am unable to.

there is also no prompt that comes out when i want to add another payment option. pls advise


If you have active subscriptions etc., seems Apple requires there is always a payment method available for them.

You just need to add a new card before you can delete the old one.


Apple support has articles online that may help guide you:


How to Add a payment method to your Apple Account - Apple Support

See what to do: If you need to change or update your Apple Account payment method - Apple Support


How to Remove a payment method from your Apple Account - Apple Support


if needed: Find out how to pay an unpaid order.

If a message says 'billing problem with previous purchase' or 'verification required' - Apple Support


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Mar 27, 2025 11:32 PM in response to femaad

Re: cancelling payment option in apple: i tried to delete it in settings as payment option but i am unable to.

there is also no prompt that comes out when i want to add another payment option. pls advise


If you have active subscriptions etc., seems Apple requires there is always a payment method available for them.

You just need to add a new card before you can delete the old one.


Apple support has articles online that may help guide you:


How to Add a payment method to your Apple Account - Apple Support

See what to do: If you need to change or update your Apple Account payment method - Apple Support


How to Remove a payment method from your Apple Account - Apple Support


if needed: Find out how to pay an unpaid order.

If a message says 'billing problem with previous purchase' or 'verification required' - Apple Support


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