An easier and more secure way to pay with iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac
Manila, August 6, 2026 — Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) today brings Apple Pay to its cardholders in the Philippines. Apple Pay is an easy, secure, and private way to pay in-store, in-app, and online.
To pay in-store, customers simply double-click the side button, authenticate, and hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a payment terminal to make a contactless payment. Every Apple Pay purchase is secure because it is authenticated with Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode, as well as a one-time unique dynamic security code. Apple Pay is accepted in grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, coffee shops, retail stores, and many more places that accept contactless payments.
“As we continue building a next-generation bank, we’re focused on making everyday banking and payments simpler, safer, and more intuitive. Bringing Apple Pay to UnionBank cardholders enhances the payment experience by allowing customers to pay quickly and securely with the devices they use every day. Whether they’re shopping in-store, online, or in-app, customers can enjoy a more seamless way to pay, with the security and convenience they expect from UnionBank.” said UnionBank President and CEO Ana Aboitiz Delgado.
Customers can also use Apple Pay on iPhone, iPad, and Mac to make faster and more convenient purchases in apps or on the web without having to create accounts or repeatedly type in contact information, card details, or shipping and billing information.
Security and privacy are at the core of Apple Pay. When customers use a credit or debit card with Apple Pay, the actual card numbers are not stored on the device, nor on Apple servers. Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, encrypted, and securely stored in the Secure Element, an industry-standard, certified chip designed to store the payment information safely on the device.
Apple Pay is easy to set up. On iPhone, simply open the Wallet app, tap the ‘+’, and follow the steps to add your UnionBank cards. Once a customer adds a card to iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac, they can start using Apple Pay on that device right away. Customers will continue to receive all of the rewards and benefits offered by UnionBank cards.
For more information on Apple Pay, visit: https://www.apple.com/ph/apple-pay/
For more information on UnionBank’s digital offerings please visit www.unionbankph.com, or follow on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, or YouTube. Union Bank of the Philippines is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (https://www.bsp.gov.ph). For any concern, you may contact us through our UnionBank Online app (Mailbox > Support > Create New Ticket) or our Customer Service Hotline at (+632) 8841-8600.
