Add a new bank or credit card to your Microsoft account
You can add your credit card, debit card, bank account, PayPal account, or mobile phone as a new payment method for your Microsoft account.
Notes:
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To add a Microsoft gift card to your account, go to redeem.microsoft.com. Learn more about how to Redeem a gift card or code to your Microsoft account.
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If you want to edit an existing payment method, read Update a Microsoft account payment method.
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Not all payment methods are supported in all regions.
Add a new payment method
To add a new credit card, bank card or other payment method to your Microsoft account, follow the steps below:
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Select Sign in below to go to the Payment options page of your Microsoft account dashboard. Sign in
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Add the new details by selecting Add a new payment method.
Note: Make sure you enter all details correctly. If your card is not accepted, try adding the postal code with and without spaces.
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The payment method will show up as an option during the checkout step for your next online purchase.
Add a new payment method for a different country
To add a payment method for another country, you must change your country before adding the card.
Important: We recommend you change your region only if you’re moving to a new country or region for a long time. This is important because items you get in one region might not work in another. Learn more.
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Change your account's country or region first, by selecting Your info then Edit profile info.Sign in
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Once updated, go to the Payment options page of your Microsoft account dashboard.
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Add the new details by selecting Add a new payment method.
See also
Update an existing payment method
Need more help?
How to investigate a billing charge from Microsoft
Troubleshoot payment option issues
Contact Support
For technical support, go to Contact Microsoft Support, enter your problem and select Get Help. If you still need help, select Contact Support to be routed to the best support option.
If you sign in with a work or school account, learn how to manage payment methods for Microsoft business accounts.
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