Apple Pay Launches in the Philippines
Apple Pay has launched in the Philippines, allowing iPhone and Apple Watch owners to make contactless payments using their devices. The service can be used at retail locations that support Apple Pay, such as Starbucks and 7-Eleven, by adding supported debit and credit cards to the Wallet app. The launch expands Apple Pay's global reach, with the Philippines being the latest country to be added to the list of supported regions.
- ▪Apple Pay is now available in the Philippines, enabling contactless payments for iPhone and Apple Watch users.
- ▪Supported banks in the Philippines include UnionBank, GoTyme, Metrobank, and Chinabank, with cards verified via SMS or phone call.
- ▪The service can be used at participating retail locations, including Starbucks and 7-Eleven, by adding eligible cards to the Wallet app.
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Apple Pay Launches in the PhilippinesMonday August 3, 2026 12:14 pm PDT by Juli CloverApple Pay expanded to the Philippines today, which means iPhone and Apple Watch owners in the country can add supported debit and credit cards to the Wallet app for contactless payments. Credit and debit cards can be added by opening the Wallet app and tapping on the "+" button. According to users on Reddit, supported banks include UnionBank, GoTyme, Metrobank, and Chinabank. Cards are verified using SMS or phone call. Once an eligible card is added to the Wallet app, it can be used at retail locations that support Apple Pay. Reddit users have been able to add their cards to Apple Wallet and make Apple Pay purchases at stores like Starbucks and 7-Eleven.
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