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DavidH20-07
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Buying gift card

Why is my card authorization being declined

Posted on Oct 12, 2026 1:45 AM

1 reply

Jeff Donald
User level: Level 9 (64,078 points)

Oct 12, 2026 5:23 AM in response to DavidH20-07

Apple does not approve or decline a transaction/payment. Only the bank that issued your credit or debit card can approve a transaction. Please contact your bank’s support team for specific information on a declined payment.


If it’s your Apple Card Mastercard being declined, please contact an Apple Card specialist at Goldman Sachs Bank.


CONTACTING — Goldman Sachs Bank 



Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256374647