By Joe Rossignol
Starting July 1, 2024, it will no longer be possible to spend your Apple ID balance in Singapore, according to an Apple support document discovered by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. Apple did not provide an explanation for this decision, but it appears to be related to new rules introduced by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. In general, gift cards are often used in scams that defraud people.
Apple says that Any App Store and iTunes Gift Cards added to an Apple ID balance before July 1 can be used for digital purchases before that date.
Apple will refund customers who have an Apple ID balance remaining after expiration deadline:
Once the balance becomes unspendable, Apple will begin automatically refunding the remaining Apple ID balance to users in Singapore. If you have a balance, your money will be returned to the default credit or debit card set as the payment method for your Apple ID. You will receive a confirmation email when Apple has processed your return. It may then take up to 30 days for your financial institution to reflect the refund in your account.
Apple already stopped selling gift cards in Singapore last year, and it appears that the remaining balance will be discontinued Apple ID should be the appropriate solution.
Apple Store Gift Cards are not affected by this change and can continue to be used at the three Apple Stores in Singapore.
For more details, please read the document Apple Support
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