We’re making it easier than ever to start using your card on your phone with the new Visa Tap to Add feature, now available to Auswide card holders.
This new feature makes adding your card faster and easier by eliminating the need to manually enter card details or scan them with your phone’s camera.
If you’ve received a new or replacement Visa debit card from us, you can now simply tap it to the back of your NFC-enabled smartphone to add it straight to your digital wallet - no app download or manual card entry required.
How it works
Adding your Auswide Bank Visa card using this feature is quick and easy:
- Open your digital wallet app (e.g. Apple Wallet, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay).
- Select “Add to Wallet” (or similar) and choose the appropriate card type.
- Hold your Auswide Visa card against the back of your NFC-enabled mobile device.
Note: This feature is an additional option and does not replace existing methods of adding your card to a digital wallet manually.
How to check if your phone supports NFC
To use this feature, your phone must support NFC (Near Field Communication). Here’s how to check:
- Android users:
- Go to Settings > Connected devices or Connections, then look for NFC. If it appears, your phone supports it — just make sure it’s turned on.
- You can also search for “NFC” in your settings.
- iPhone users:
- All iPhones from iPhone 6 and newer have NFC built in.
- On iPhone XS and later, NFC works automatically in the background—no need to enable anything.
Tip: If you’ve used your phone for contactless payments before, it is NFC-enabled.
Is it secure?
Yes, it’s very secure. Just like when you normally add a card to your digital wallet, your card details are protected using encryption and a special code called a “token”, so your actual card number is never shared with stores.
Why use a digital wallet?
Adding your card to your phone or smartwatch means you can:
- Make fast, contactless payments wherever Visa is accepted
- Leave your physical wallet at home
- Enjoy added security with device-specific protections like Face ID, Touch ID or passcode verification
This information provides general advice only. We do not provide advice based on any consideration of your personal objectives, needs or circumstances.
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