I tried to add my card to Google Wallet. Why didn’t it register?

There could be a few reasons, let’s try and help you. 

First you need to make sure your device is up to date.  Go to Settings > System > System update. If an update is available, follow the on-screen steps to install it before trying Google Pay again.

Next go to the Google Wallet app and tap on your card, there will be a message above your card. It could be one of the following:

  • Hold to reader – This means your card is ready to tap and pay.
  • Card not set up – Tap ‘finish set up’ and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Contactless disabled – Your phone either doesn’t support Near Field Communication (NFC) or has it switched off. You must have NFC switched on to make contactless payments. Go to Settings > Connected devices (or Connections) > NFC. Toggle the switch to On.

If the message advises that your card has been ‘suspended’ then you’ll need to contact us.

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