Why does an Apple Account card now appear in Apple Pay - iOS 26.2

Why does an Apple Account card now appear among my credit and debit cards in Apple Pay? What is its purpose? It is not a card I can use for a point-of-sale transaction. So why is it mixed in with my payment cards?

Posted on Jan 23, 2026 12:35 PM

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Posted on Jan 23, 2026 12:50 PM

It can be used for purchases at an Apple Retail Store. It’s a convenient way for millions of users to add funds and review account balances.


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Jan 23, 2026 12:52 PM in response to pjstarich

Read the information provided here the convenience of having your Apple Account in the Wallet:

  • Add Apple Account to Apple Wallet to see your balance and transactions
  • Add money to your Apple Account balance directly in the Wallet
  • Redeem an Apple Gift Card or code in your Wallet
  • Use your Apple Account balance at the Apple Store using tap to pay

Check your Apple Account balance in Wallet on iPhone - Apple Support


Why does an Apple Account card now appear in Apple Pay - iOS 26.2

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