Apple Pay Launches in Egypt
Apple Pay is now available in Egypt, expanding the service to over 80 countries. Egyptian iPhone and Apple Watch users can now make contactless payments in stores and within apps and websites by adding their credit and debit cards to the Apple Wallet app. The service is initially launching with support from National Bank of Egypt, Banque Misr, and the Commercial International Bank (CIB), with more banks expected to join soon. This follows recent Apple Pay launches in the UAE, Chile, and Uruguay. For more information on Apple's payment platform, check out resources like Apple Watch deals.
Key Features and Availability
- Contactless payments in stores, apps, and on the web.
- Initial support from three major Egyptian banks.
- Available for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad users.
- Part of Apple's ongoing global expansion of Apple Pay.
This expansion reinforces Apple's commitment to providing seamless payment solutions worldwide. While specific details on future bank integrations are yet to be revealed, the move signifies a growing presence for Apple Pay in the region. For more on Apple's software updates, see articles like iOS 18.2's release date. To understand the broader context of mobile payment trends, you can explore resources on Android smartwatches.