How to Use Your Virtual Card for X Premium Payments in Nigeria
If you’re in Nigeria and have been experiencing issues using virtual cards for X (formerly Twitter) premium subscriptions, you’re not alone. Many users have reported payment declines due to regional restrictions. This guide will walk you through the steps to successfully make payments on X using your virtual card on both Android and iOS devices.
Why Are Payments Declined?
The Bold Virtual Card is a dollar card with a U.S. billing address. To use it effectively, you need to adjust your payment profile to match the card’s region—United States. Here’s how to do it:
How to Pay for X Premium on Android
Follow these steps to update your Google Pay and Play Store settings:
- Update Google Pay Profile
- Visit Google Payments and sign in.
- Go to Settings > Country/Region and click Create a New Profile.
- Set your region to the United States and use the billing address linked to your Bold Virtual Card.
- Switch Google Play Store Region
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Go to Account > Country and Profiles.
- Select your new U.S. payment profile. Note: It may take up to 48 hours for changes to reflect.
- Make the Payment
- Open the X app, navigate to the payment section, and select Google Pay.
- Enter your Bold Virtual Card details.
Success! You’ve completed your payment for X Premium on Android.
How to Pay for X Premium on iOS
For iOS users, the process involves updating your Apple ID settings to align with the U.S. region:
- Update Apple ID Region
- Open Settings and tap your name.
- Go to Media & Purchases > View Account.
- Select Country/Region and choose Change Country or Region.
- Pick the United States and agree to the terms.
- Add Payment Method
- Enter your Bold Virtual Card details.
- Ensure the billing address matches the one on your card.
- Make the Payment
- Open the X app, go to the payment section, and select Apple Pay.
- Use your Bold Virtual Card for the transaction.
Success! You’ve successfully paid for X Premium on iOS.
Important Note on Pricing
Switching your region to the United States may affect the pricing of your X Premium subscription. Regional pricing policies and currency conversion rates could result in a different cost compared to your local region.
By following these steps, you can enjoy X Premium features without any payment issues. Happy tweeting!