I can't set up Apple Pay or add card on iPhone 16 Pro Max

I can’t set up Apple Pay or add card, what can I do to solve this problem.



[Edited by Moderator]

Original Title: Can’t set up Apple Pay

iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 4, 2025 12:13 PM

Reply
7 replies

Sep 4, 2025 1:53 PM in response to huangxu129

It also looks like a voice call was simultaneously in-progress during your “failure” screenshot ??? (Don’t know if that would matter … but it might)


These simple “can’t do any harm” steps have been thought to have helped others with inexplicable “wallet behavior” issues.


  • Power your phone completely “off” and back “on.”


Then …


  • Sign “out” and back “in” to your Apple Account.

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

I can't set up Apple Pay or add card on iPhone 16 Pro Max

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.