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Apple brings back card payments for Apple Account purchases in India after a four-year hiatus
Monday, July 6, 2026
Apple began accepting card payments for Apple Account purchases in India through a phased rollout, resuming the payment method after a four-year absence. The company adapted its payment system to comply with India's regulatory framework for digital transactions. Card payments for Apple Account purchases had been unavailable in India since 2020. The rollout applies to purchases made through Apple's App Store, Apple Music, and other Apple services in the country.
