Why isn't Uber accepting my payment method?


Why isn't Uber accepting my payment method? Update or add a new payment method in the “Wallet” section of the app menu if your payment method was declined for one of the reasons below: Card number entered is incorrect. Credit or debit card has expired. Insufficient funds in the account.


Can I get an Uber and pay later?

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How do I pay directly to Uber?

Under the “Payment” tab, you can select your preferred method, including:
  1. Credit cards.
  2. Debit cards.
  3. Prepaid cards.
  4. Digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and Venmo (To use these methods, you must also have a credit or debit card connected to the app.)
  5. Lyft gift cards.
  6. Linked bank accounts.


Why is my Uber account rejected?

Background check issues Felony convictions in the last 7 years. Serious criminal convictions—including sexual assault, sex crimes against children, murder/homicide, terrorism, human trafficking, and kidnapping—at any time in the driver or delivery person's history. Any serious criminal charges that are still pending.


How does Uber verify your account?

This article has been viewed 157,454 times. When you sign up for an Uber account, the service automatically sends a text message which contains a verification number. For many members, the only time you will need to verify their account is when you input this number into the app.


Why is Uber not verifying?

If you do not have a text message from Uber, tap “Resend” to receive a new code. When you receive that code, enter it into the app. This will verify your account and have you ready to ride. If you still have not received a code, you'll need to report the issue to Uber using a form on their help site.


Does Uber not accept debit cards?

You can use almost any payment method, including credit cards, debit cards, Venmo, and PayPal, to add funds.


What debit card does Uber use?

The Uber Mastercard card is issued by Green Dot Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license by Mastercard International Inc. The Uber Visa Debit Card is issued by Green Dot Bank, Member FDIC. Green Dot Bank also operates under the following registered trade names: GO2bank, GOBank and Bonneville Bank.


What cards are accepted by Uber?

Maria Adams, Credit Cards Moderator Uber accepts all credit cards backed by a major card network like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. The Platinum Card® from American Express is one of the best credit cards to use for Uber.


What cards does Uber not accept?

What Cards Does Uber Not Accept? Uber does not accept some prepaid cards, especially cards bearing logos from payment processors other than Visa and Mastercard. Also, Uber won't accept a Lyft gift card.