On 25 March 2019, Apple unveiled plans to launch its first credit card, to be used together with Apple Pay. Since August the card has been available in the US. While a UK launch date has yet to be announced, it’s expected this autumn.
Is the Apple Card coming to Australia?
Apple Card is currently available in the US only, but Australia may be one of the first countries after the US where the credit card may be launched. This is according to the Apple news site Mac. Rumors, which claims to have spoken to a source in the Australian banking world.
You may be thinking “Is there any news on contactless apple cards in the UK?”
No news yet. The Apple Card (physical) doesn’t have contactless, because you’re meant to use Apple Pay. If they’re going to release it in the UK, it isn’t likely soon as Marcus has little card infrastructure in the UK. My bet is that they expand the US offering first.
Only Apple knows the answer to this, but the truth is, it doesn’t much matter – because those tasty 1% to 3% Apple Cash rewards are never going to be offered in Europe … To understand the reason for this, we have to delve a little into the economics of debit and credit cards .
Does apple card cost anything?
There is no cost for the card and there is no fee associated with replacing it if you lose it. The titanium Apple Card weighs in at 14.7 grams, which is heavier than the Chase Sapphire Preferred and lighter than the AMEX Platinum, both of which are also considered heavier weight cards. Does Apple Card build credit score?
Another frequent inquiry is “Should you get the new Apple Card?”.
An answer is that all of this said, if you pay your balance on time, interest fees won’t be an issue, and holding the card is otherwise cost-free. As long as you’re going in with your eyes wide open, there’s a lot of perks to consider with the new Apple Card.
How much are the fees for Apple Card?
So Apple Card doesn’t have any fees. No annual, over-the-limit, foreign-transaction, or late fees. 5 No fees. And our goal is to provide interest rates that are among the lowest in the industry.
Created by Apple, not a bank. Apple Card completely rethinks everything about the credit card. It represents all the things Apple stands for. It builds on the incredible ease and security that millions of people love about Apple Pay. And it’s the first card that actually encourages you to pay less interest.
There is no cost to use either except that if you use a credit card to fund an Apple Pay Cash transaction there is a 3% fee. See the following from Send, receive, and request money with Apple Pay – Apple Support.
Do apple cards expire?
The Apple gift cards do not have an expiration time, are usable for years based on my experience with them.
Do App Store gift cards expire?
They don’t expire. See the following from If you can’t redeem your App Store & i. Tunes Gift Card, Apple Music Gift Card, or content code – Apple Support App Store & i. Tunes Gift Cards and Apple Music Gift Cards don’t expire, but content codes do.
How do I know if a gift card or content code expires?
Check the expiration date. If you’re trying to redeem a content code, check the expiration date printed on the back of the card. App Store & i. Tunes Gift Cards and Apple Music Gift Cards don’t expire, but content codes do. If you need more help, contact us.
What does an Apple Gift Card look like?
The front of the card is blank silver with white apple logo. The gift card number is 16 digits and the PIN is 8 digits. Show activity on this post. I’ve never seen one expire.
Why can’t I redeem my Apple Store gift card?
Make sure that your card is not an Apple Store Gift Card. Apple Store Gift Cards are gray, white, silver, or gold. You can’t redeem Apple Store Gift Cards in the App Store or i, and tunes store. Find out what to do if you have an Apple Store Gift Card or don’t know what type of gift card you have. Try entering your redemption code manually.