Since Apple Pay is one of the most popular contactless payment methods today, you may be curious if CVS accepts it as a payment option.
You can use Apple pay at all CVS stores with Near Field Communication (NFC) points across the US. However, CVS does not accept Apple Pay for online transactions. CVS accepts Apple Pay for most purchases, including CVS gift cards and prescriptions at the CVS Pharmacy.
Continue reading to learn more about using Apple Pay at CVS, whether you can get cash back using Apple Pay, and more.
Can You Use Apple Pay To Make Purchases With The CVS App?
Although CVS accepts Apple Pay for its in-store transactions, you cannot use it when purchasing online or via the CVS app. Instead, you can only pay using PayPal or all major credit cards when purchasing online or via the CVS app.
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Can You Get Cash Back With Apple Pay At CVS?
All CVS stores offer cashback services up to $35 per transaction. When shopping at CVS, you may wonder, does CVS offer cash back with Apple Pay?
Yes, you can get cash back at CVS using Apple Pay. However, the only way to access the cashback is if you have a Discover card added to your Apple Pay account.
You must select the Discover card as your payment option while on Apple Pay to get the cashback. The app will ask you if you need cashback when making a payment at CVS.
If you do, all you have to do is to select the policy limit. Discover cards allow you to get up to $120 in cashback daily.
How to Use Apple Pay at CVS
Apple Pay only works on iPad, Apple Watch, Macs or iPhones. You don’t need to install a separate app since it comes pre-installed on your Apple device. You cannot, however, use Apple Pay at CVS pharmacy online or when using the CVS app.
Before using Apple Pay at CVS, you must add a payment method first. Here’s how to do that on your Apple devices.
- Open the Apple App
- Log in to your account
- Go to settings
- Select add card
- Follow the instructions to add the card
- Verify your information with your bank
- You can add multiple cards to your Apple pay account by tapping on the add card button
Using Apple Pay at Checkout
To pay with your iPhone or Apple Watch at CVS, follow the following steps
- Double-click on the side button. Doing this will launch the Apple Pay default card. You can also select another card among the saved ones if you don’t want to use the default one
- Enter your login information. It can be your face scan or your passcode
- Hold the device over the contactless payment terminal
- Wait for the beep or until you see a checkmark on your device’s screen which shows that the transaction is successful
Using Apple Pay Online
Unfortunately, CVS does not accept Apple Pay for online purchases. Additionally, you cannot use Apple Pay when shopping online at CVS pharmacy or with the CVS app. The only way to shop online at CVS is by paying through the major credit or debit cards and PayPal.
Other Payment Methods Accepted At CVS
In addition to Apple Pay, CVS accepts other contactless payments, such as Google Pay and Samsung Pay. CVS stores will also take the following forms of payment.
- Cash
- Personal and business checks
- Credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express
- Debit cards
- EBT cards
- CVS gift cards
- Reliacard balance
- PayPal
- Coupons
- WIC
- CVS Pharmacy rewards cards
- CVS ExtraCare card
- Wire/bank transfers
FAQs
Does CVS in Target take Apple Pay?
Yes. CVS accepts Apple Pay in all its locations with NFC payment terminals, including those in Target outlets.
Does the CVS near you take Apple Pay?
All CVS stores that have NFC terminals take Apple Pay. To confirm whether your nearest CVS pharmacy accepts Apple Pay, use the store locator to get the contact information and call ahead of your visit.
Does CVS accept digital wallets?
Yes. You can pay for your CVS purchases using digital wallets such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Google Pay, among others.
Does CVS charge fees when using Apple Pay?
No. There are no charges for using Apple Pay when shopping at CVS.
Does CVS have Apple Pay limits?
No. There are no limits on the amount you can spend while using Apple Pay at CVS. The only limit is the daily maximum of $120 when getting Apple Pay cashback using a Discover debit card.
