Is Apple Pay hard to get?

Yes, it is hard to get the Apple Card because it requires at least good credit for approval. Unless your credit score is 700 or higher and you have a lot of income, it will be difficult for you to get approved for the Apple Card.
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How do you qualify for Apple Pay?

To use Apple Pay, you need:
  1. A compatible device1 with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, watchOS, or macOS.
  2. A supported card from a participating card issuer.
  3. An Apple ID signed in to your Apple device.
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Do you have to get approved for Apple Pay?

The Apple Card's online preapproval tool can give you a solid idea of whether you'll qualify in just a couple of minutes. You won't have to go through a hard credit check, so there's no impact on your credit score. However, be aware a preapproval is not a guarantee of actual approval.
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How long does it take to be approved for Apple Pay?

It can take somewhere between 7-10 business days to get approved for the Apple Credit Card. In some cases, you could get immediately approved. If you do, you'll get an offer with your initial credit limit and APR after applying. If you accept the offer, you can start using your Apple Card with Apple Pay.
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Can I get Apple Card with 620 credit score?

Goldman Sachs uses TransUnion and other credit bureaus to evaluate your Apple Card application. If your credit score is low (for example, if your FICO9 score is lower than 600),5 Goldman Sachs might not be able to approve your Apple Card application.
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What's the minimum credit score for Apple?

Apple Card uses FICO Score 9. FICO Score 9 ranges from 300 to 850, with scores above 660 considered favorable for credit approval.
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What is the highest limit for Apple Card?

The Apple Card credit limit is usually around $2,500 to start, according to forum posts, and some cardholders report limits as high as $20,000.
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Is it hard to qualify for Apple Card?

According to Apple, customers with a credit score lower than 600 might not be approved for the Apple Card. This means that some applicants with fair credit (scores ranging from 580 to 669) might be accepted for the Apple Card, while others might be declined.
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Is Apple Card a hard inquiry?

Apple does a soft credit pull when you apply for Apple card so you can see Apple's offer with credit limit and APR. A hard pull happens after you hit the "accept" button.
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How do I know if I'm approved for Apple Card?

How to Check Your Apple Card Application Status:
  1. Call (877) 255-5923.
  2. Connect with a representative and tell them you'd like to check your Apple Card application status.
  3. Give your personal information when asked.
  4. The customer service rep will tell you if your application is pending, approved, or denied.
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Does Apple Pay get rejected?

If your payment has been declined using Apple Pay at the checkout in a store, it could be that there was a poor connection between your Apple device and the contactless terminal. To ensure a smooth payment, you should hold the top of your device on the terminal and wait for it to show that payment has been accepted.
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Do I need a bank account for Apple Pay?

Like all credit cards, Apple Card requires that you have a bank account for making payments. As you might expect, Apple makes it easy to select a bank account for ‌Apple Card‌ payments using the Wallet app on your iPhone.
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What are the disadvantages of using Apple Pay?

Apple Pay's Disadvantages as a Consumer
  • Vulnerability to Cyberattacks. ...
  • Public Wi-Fi Connections Compromise Security. ...
  • Potential to Bypass Contactless Limits Without Authorization. ...
  • Apple Collects Significant Personal Data. ...
  • Apple Pay Only Works on Apple Devices. ...
  • Confusion and Irritability Among New Users.
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Is Apple Pay available in India?

To set up Apple Pay, add a debit, credit, or prepaid card to the Wallet app on your iPhone, Apple Watch, or other compatible device. To use Apple Pay, you need: A compatible device1 with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, watchOS, or macOS.
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Can a 17 year old have Apple Pay?

You can set up Apple Cash for the children and teens in your Family Sharing group so they can make purchases, and send and receive money in Messages or Wallet.
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Why can't I receive Apple Pay?

See if you need to verify your identity. Make sure that you meet the requirements. If you see Accept in the message, tap it. If this is the first payment that you've received or if you turned off the setting to automatically accept payments, then you need to tap to accept the money.
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Is it easy to get approved for Apple credit?

Yes, it is hard to get the Apple Card because it requires at least good credit for approval. Unless your credit score is 700 or higher and you have a lot of income, it will be difficult for you to get approved for the Apple Card.
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Does Amazon accept Apple Pay?

Amazon Payment Services supports three popular digital wallets: Apple Pay, Masterpass, and Visa Checkout.
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Is Apple Pay faster than credit card?

With Apple and Google Pay, you just pull out your phone, unlock the home screen, and hover it over the reader—it'll "swipe" your digital credit card instantaneously, faster than any chip-based card.
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What are the fees with Apple Pay?

Does it cost extra to use Apple Pay? No. Apple does not charge any fees when you use Apple Pay — in stores, online, or in apps.
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Is Apple Card good for students?

Honestly as a student with minimal income you most likely will end up with their highest interest rate of 23.99%. Don't get the Apple Card just because it's Apple. You may want to look at getting a card through your local bank with a low credit limit and see if you can negotiate a better rate.
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Can I use my Apple Card anywhere?

Since Mastercard is our global payment network, you can use it all over the world. For apps and websites that don't take Apple Pay yet, just enter the virtual card number stored securely in your Wallet app.
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How do I get an Apple Card with no credit?

You cannot get approved for the Apple Credit Card with no credit. This card requires at least good, or excellent credit for approval. If you don't have credit yet, you should focus on building it. There are plenty of cards for people with no credit, you just have to find the one that's best for you.
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Is Apple Pay or Google Pay better?

Just like the common iOS vs Android debate, Apple Pay vs Google Pay ultimately comes down to personal preference. But you can't go wrong with offering either since they both offer customers optimal security and convenience — at no cost — which translates to more conversions for your business.
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Is Apple Pay safer than Google Pay?

Apple Pay and Google Pay are largely identical offerings. Apple may be to be easier to use, but Google has more features. Google acts as an intermediary and stores your card details on its servers, while Apple has explicitly declared that it will never track your transactions.
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