The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that Apple Pay is now available in Kyrgyzstan, enabling bank payment card holders to make contactless payments with Apple devices and purchases through mobile applications and online. The service can also be used to pay for goods and services abroad. Apple Pay replaces card details with a unique digital token and authenticates transactions through Face ID or Touch ID. Its introduction expands digital payment options for consumers and businesses, including e-commerce, and gives the financial sector another channel for providing digital services.
National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic2026-07-28
National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic announces Apple Pay availability in Kyrgyzstan
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that Apple Pay is now available in Kyrgyzstan for contactless, in-app and online payments, including purchases abroad. The service uses tokenization and Face ID or Touch ID to protect transactions.