Yes, the iPhone 8 fully supports Apple Pay for in-store, in-app, and online purchases using its built-in Touch ID for secure authentication, allowing you to add credit/debit cards in the Wallet app and make contactless payments.
Apple Pay is integrated into the Wallet app, which comes pre-installed on your eligible iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone® 7, iPhone® 7 Plus, iPhone® 6, iPhone® 6S, iPhone® 6 Plus, iPhone® 6S Plus, iPad Air® 2, iPad Pro®, iPad mini® 3, and iPad mini® 4.
Update to the Latest iOS Version
One of the reasons why Apple Pay is not working on iPhone can be an outdated iOS version or a bug. In this case, you just need to install the latest updates. To do this, you need to go to Settings, click General, and choose Software Update.
Apple announced that the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, as well as the iPhone X, would not support iOS 17 due to hardware limitations. However, the devices still received security updates until September 15, 2025.
Device compatibility
The service is compatible with iPhone 6 and newer, iPad Air 2 and newer, Macs with Touch ID, and Apple Watch Series 1 and later.
The iPhone 8 had a great run since its 2017 release, but by 2025 it's no longer safe or practical to keep using. With no iOS or security updates, the iPhone 8 is vulnerable and outdated for modern apps and features. Thankfully, Certified Used and Refurbished iPhones make upgrading affordable.
Save. Or recycle it for free. With Apple Trade In, you can get great value for your current device and apply it toward a new one, online or at an Apple Store. If your device isn't eligible for credit, we'll recycle it — and any accessories you no longer use — securely and for free.
Pay with your default card on an iPhone with Face ID
If Apple Pay isn't working on your iPhone, first try the basic fixes: restart your phone, ensure your iOS is updated, and check your internet connection, then try removing and re-adding your card in the Wallet app, as this often resolves glitches. If issues persist, confirm your bank supports Apple Pay, verify your device and region settings, check for any bank-specific limits, and ensure your phone's Face ID/Touch ID is set up.
You can use Google Pay to send or request money from family and friends using a mobile phone. You can also pay your utility bills and recharge your prepaid phone using Google Pay. Note: You'll need a Google account, an active Indian (+91) phone number and an active Indian bank account to set up Google Pay.
No, Apple Pay and Apple Wallet aren't the same, but they work together: Apple Wallet is the app (your digital container) that stores your credit/debit cards, loyalty cards, tickets, and passes, while Apple Pay is the technology/service that uses those cards in the Wallet to make secure, contactless payments in stores, online, and in apps. Think of the Wallet as your physical purse and Pay as the tap-to-pay function.
The iPhone 8 is a solid option for those who want an Apple smartphone without having to break the bank. However, its longevity has finally run out, as it no longer supports the latest iOS. You can get newer models for not much more money that will offer the latest software for longer.
Apple Pay allows you to make payments at physical stores, online shops and within apps with your Apple iPhone 8.
Apple Pay® can be used on your iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus at merchants, plus the iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 can be used for online purchases. Samsung Pay can be used on the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Edge+, Galaxy A5 or newer.
You won't be able to use Apple Pay if you're under 13 years old. Each Apple Pay enabled device can load up to eight cards. As devices don't share cards, if you want the same card on two different devices, you'll need to load the card on each device separately.