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Apple Pay all set to come to Vietnam

By Maria Santos
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Digital wallet Apple Pay will soon be available in Vietnam. At least one bank has announced that it will soon support Apple Pay services.

Sources have told VnExpress that three other major banks will also launch Apple Pay by the end of this month.

Users can add their credit and debit card information to Apple Pay and make payments through their iPhone or Apple Watch.

Devices connect through near-field communication and are authenticated by users’ FaceID or fingerprints.

In most markets, users do not have to pay Apple Pay fees since their banks cover them.

Questions & Answers

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When will Apple Pay be available in Vietnam?

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Digital wallet Apple Pay will be available soon in Vietnam. At least one bank has announced its support, and sources indicate three other major banks will launch the service by the end of this month.

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What information do users need to add to Apple Pay?

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Users can add their credit and debit card information to Apple Pay. This allows them to make payments using their iPhone or Apple Watch once the service is set up.

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How are payments authenticated when using Apple Pay?

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Payments made via Apple Pay are authenticated using the user's FaceID or fingerprints. Devices connect through near-field communication to facilitate these transactions securely.

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Will Vietnamese users have to pay fees to use Apple Pay?

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In most markets, users do not have to pay Apple Pay fees. Their banks typically cover these charges, suggesting a similar arrangement may apply in Vietnam.

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