Q: Verification required to get a free app or update my current ones

You can see if you can change your account to display none, see this support document. Why can’t I select None when I edit my Apple ID payment information? - Apple Support  IF not, then you will need to add an iTunes Gift Card to your account. The alternative is to create a new Apple ID without a credit card. Create an iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store account without a credit card or other payment method - Apple Suppor…