My phone refuses to recognize the credit card

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See -> Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID

Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)

fyi: Not all credit & debit cards seem to work with App Store / iTunes Store, try a different one, or preferably a credit card. If your card is not accepted as a paymenf method, you need to contact your bank.

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If you can't add a card to Apple Wallet to use with Apple Pay

If you can't add a card to Apple Wallet to use with Apple Pay - Apple Support

• Apple does not approve or decline cards for use with Apple Pay. If your card was declined, contact your bank or card issuer.