Using Apple Pay in Germany - this is how it's possible

Apple Pay has also been available in Germany since the end of 2018 and can be used for payment in many stores. However, in order for the payment service to work, it is necessary to set it up beforehand.

Using Apple Pay in Germany: How to set up Apple Pay

If you have an iPhone or an Apple Watch, you can also use Apple Pay in Germany to pay. This works in stores as well as in restaurants or vending machines if they support Apple Pay. Before Apple Pay can be used for payment, however, you have to set up the function. To do this, tap the "Plus icon" in the Wallet app and enter your bank card details. As soon as your bank has verified the card, you can use Apple Pay.

How to use Apple Pay in Germany for payment

Once you have set up Apple Pay, paying for your purchases is possible in just a few steps. The exact procedure depends on what kind of Apple device you have.

1. If you have an iPhone with Face ID, please press the side button twice and unlock your device using code or facial recognition. Halten Sie das iPhone anschließend an das Lesegerät und warten Sie, bis „Fertig“ auf dem Display erscheint.
2. Nutzen Sie hingegen ein iPhone mit Touch-ID, legen Sie Ihren Finger auf den entsprechenden Sensor, und halten Sie das Gerät so lange an das Lesegerät, bis „Fertig“ auf dem Display angezeigt wird.