If you own a smart watch Apple, in this tutorial you will see the necessary steps to add bank cards in Apple Pay for Apple Watch.
For those who frequently use contactless payments, devices Apple Watch they are very useful when making payments. It is much more convenient to make a contactless payment with your wrist, than to use your bank card or even your iPhone directly.
Before you can use this simple and secure method for payments (Apple Pay) from the devices Apple Watch, you need to add bank cards or transport tickets (transportation tickets can also be added) to the application Wallet (Electronic wallet).
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How to add bank cards to Apple Pay for Apple Watch?
There are several methods by which you can add bank cards or transport tickets in Apple Pay for Apple Watch. These can be added to the application Wallet from iPhone or directly from Apple Watch.
Add bank card directly from the application Wallet for Apple Watch
If you want to add bank drafts or shipping slips on Apple Watch, all you have to do is follow the steps below:
1. Make sure you have Apple Watch in hand and is unlocked with the access code (PIN).
2. Go to the application list and open the application Wallet – This app is developed by Apple, so its use poses no risks. The application is installed on all devices Apple compatible. (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch).
3. Tap on the “Add Card” then press “Debit or Credit Card"Or on"Travel Card".
4. In the logo screen Apple Pay, scroll down, then press the “Continue” button.
5. Next you need to enter your credit or debit card details. You need the card number, expiry date, CVV, verification code issued by the bank. Verification methods may vary by bank.
At the end of this process, the bank card or transport ticket will be added to the Apple Pay for Apple Watch.
Adding a credit or debit card on Apple Watch from the Watch app on iPhone.
Steps to add credit or debit card on Apple Watch they're somewhat similar to the above, only this time you'll need to open the app Watch (by which it is administered Apple Watch) and go to options “Wallet & Apple Pay” → “Add Card”. Select the type of card you want to add to Apple Pay (Debit or Credit Card / Transit Card), then follow the indicated steps.
If you choose to add a card and the issuing bank does not appear in the list suggested by the application, go to the "Add a Different Card" option.
After completing this process, your chosen card will be added to the application Apple Pay for Apple Watch.
How to make payments with Apple Watch using Apple Pay.
All you have to do is press the button twice quickly Apple Watch, select the card you want to pay with, then bring it closer to the device POS of the seller. Data transfer is almost instantaneous using technology NFC.
Related: How to delete a bank card from Apple Pay on iPhone (2023 – How To)
Good to know:
Payments can be made with Apple Watch when iPhone is closed or is not in the vicinity Apple Watch, even if this is not the model "Cellular". The NFC connection will allow the query Apple Watch by the merchant's device.
If you have several bank cards added on Apple Watch, you can choose a default card for payments. Open the application Wallet for Apple Watch, go to the frame you want to set as default for payments, tap and hold on it, then swipe up until it's first in the card list.
