Payment method not working in the App Store after changing country/region

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Payment method not working in the App Store after changing country/region

i have payment issue as my card when open the web is available but i could apply same card on application of apply store i need help also i try to change to uae is available but for iraq not and in both are note know applicable in application only web store not apple store this issue faced when changing the contory of origin and currently i have 0.01 aed in my uae account and i can’t purchase or cancel any thing

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Original Title: Payment issues

iPhone 14 Pro

Posted on Aug 8, 2026 5:23 AM

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Answer 1

Aug 8, 2026 8:51 PM in response to saja72

Welcome and thank you for reaching out. 🤗

After changing your App Store country, some payment methods and subscriptions may not transfer.

Remove your old payment method, add a valid local payment method for the new country and ensure you have sufficient balance.

If the issue persists, contact Apple Support for account assistance.

Thanks again for reaching out. 👍🏼

Good Luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian | Community Volunteer

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Answer 2

WheelieNick

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Aug 8, 2026 8:27 AM in response to saja72

If your card is registered in the UAE you cannot use it in Iraq I am afraid. If you want to change your region again and get rid of the balance, please Contact - Official Apple Support to let iTunes Store support staff zero out your balance for you

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Answer 3

Katana-San

Level 10

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Aug 9, 2026 8:59 AM in response to saja72

Hello~ See here…

Change your Apple Account country or region - Apple Support*

*You may be required to enter a valid payment method for your new country or region. See what payment methods you can use.

*Select a payment method and enter your new payment information and billing address, then tap Next. You may be required to enter a valid payment method for your new country or region.*

~Katana-San~

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