Apple Pay has officially launched in the Philippines, allowing iPhone and Apple Watch users to make contactless payments. Users can add supported debit and credit cards to their Wallet app by tapping the '+' button. Initial reports from Reddit indicate that UnionBank, GoTyme, Metrobank, and Chinabank are among the supported financial institutions. Card verification is conducted via SMS or phone call.

Once a card is successfully added, it can be used at any retail location that accepts Apple Pay. Several users have confirmed successful transactions at establishments like Starbucks and 7-Eleven. While Apple's official website has yet to update with a comprehensive list of participating banks in the Philippines, it is expected to be added soon.

Apple Pay is now available in numerous countries worldwide, with specific details on supported banks typically found on Apple's support pages. The expansion to the Philippines marks another step in the global rollout of the contactless payment service.