So your App Store keeps saying Verification Required, which can be a frustrating problem on the iPhone, iPad or other Apple device. When installing free app on iPhone, some users encounter the Verification Required App Store loop issue. In this case, it would be a bit difficult to complete the installation of apps. When you can't download apps from App Store Verification Required, you need to find a solution to fix this issue. This article uncovers how to get rid of Verification Required on App Store. Let's dive into the details.

• Part 1. Why Does It Say Verification Required on App Store?
• Part 2. How to Bypass Verification Required App Store
  • Method 1. Change the Payment Method
  • Method 2. Redeem A Gift Card
  • Method 3. Use Balance to Pay Pending Order
• Part 3. How to Fix Verification Required on App Store [Loop]
  • Method 1. Disable Require Password in Restriction
  • Method 2. Update Your Apple ID Country or Region
  • Method 3. Update Billing Address
  • Method 4. Switch to None as Payment Method
  • Method 5. Sign out and Sign in to App Store
  • Method 6. Update Software System
  • Method 7. Reset All Settings on iPhone
  • Method 8. Remove Apple ID from iPhone
• Part 4. FAQs about Verification Required App Store
• Part 5. Conclusion

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Part 1. Why Does It Say Verification Required on App Store?

If a Verification Required window pops up in App Store when you are about to download or purchase an app, it's usually due to there is an unpaid balance in your account. Apple wants to ensure that users have a valid payment method and that any outstanding balances are resolved before allowing further purchases or downloads. You need to complete the unpaid balance first, then download or make a purchase successfully.

Why Does My App Store Keep Saying Verification Required?

If your App Store keeps saying Verification Required, and when you follow the instructions to bypass it, you get stuck in the App Store Verification Required loop. This can be very frustrating. The following are some of the reasons that cause the issue.

Reason 1. Payment Method Update

Your linked credit card or debit card may have expired, been declined, or contain incorrect details. This will prevent you from downloading and purchasing in the App Store.

Reason 2. Unverified Account

If your Apple ID is not verified, you may encounter the "Verification Required" message. Verifying your account helps Apple confirm your identity and ensures a more secure experience when using its services on your Apple device.

Reason 3. Download Restrictions

Restrictions like Screen Time's Require Password setting for iTunes & App Store Purchases or age restrictions will also lead to the Verification Required in the App Store. If the relevant settings are enabled, you may be stuck in the Verification Required loop.

Reason 4. System glitch or outdated iOS

Bugs in older iOS versions can cause the App Store to loop the verification request indefinitely, even after you've entered all the correct information.

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Part 2. How to Bypass Verification Required App Store

Seeing the Verification Required message in the App Store almost always means there's something Apple needs you to fix with your past purchases. Before you assume something is wrong with your iPhone or Apple ID, it's worth going through the official suggested steps, managing your payment method, and clearing pending charges, to bypass the App Store verification required message.

Method 1. Change the Payment Method

An expired, declined, or invalid payment method is the single most common cause of the Verification Required error. Updating your payment method resolves this issue for most users.

On an iPhone or iPad

Step 1. Go to iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Payment & Shipping > Add Payment Method.

Step 2. Fill in the required information to add a new and valid payment method.

Step 3. Access the old payment method and tap Remove Payment Method to remove it from your iPhone.

On a Mac

Step 1. Open the App Store app on your Mac, then click your Apple ID name.

Step 2. Click Account Settings and sign into Apple ID with your account information.

Step 3. Next to Payment Information, click Manage Payments.

Step 4. Click Add Payment, enter the new payment method, and click Done.

Step 5. Click Edit next to the old payment method, then click Remove Payment method.

On a Windows PC

Step 1. On your Windows PC, open iTunes, then click Account > View My Account in the menu bar.

Step 2. In the Account Settings window, click Manage Payments next to Payment Information.

Step 3. Click Add Payment, enter the new payment method, and click Done.

Step 4. Next to the old payment method, click Edit and select Remove Payment Method.

Method 2. Redeem A Gift Card

Besides changing the payment method, you can also redeem a gift card and use the balance to pay for any unpaid orders. Before starting, purchase an Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card, then redeem the gift card to use.

Step 1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, then tap your name.

Step 2. Tap Media & Purchases > View Account and select Purchase History.

Step 3. Find and tap the order with red text that says Amount You Owe.

Step 4. Choose to pay for the unpaid order by tapping Pay with Apple ID Credit.

Method 3. Use Balance to Pay for Pending Order

You can add money directly to your Apple Account balance and use it to pay any outstanding order, which is useful when a gift card isn't an option or when you want to avoid re-entering card details.

Step 1. Go to iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Media & Purchases.

Step 2. Tap View Account > Add Money to Account.

Step 3. Choose the amount and tap Purchase to add money to your account.

Step 4. Return to Purchase History and tap the pending order, and use the balance to pay for it.

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Part 3. How to Fix Verification Required on App Store

If working through Apple's recommended payment and billing steps didn't completely solve the issue, or the "Verification Required" message keeps popping up again and again, you may be dealing with a stubborn App Store verification loop. Here are 8 fixes you can follow to get rid of the App Store Verification Required loop.

Method 1. Disable Require Password in Restriction

Once you turn on Screen Time on your iPhone, you can change the settings of iTunes & App Store Purchase in Restrictions. You can choose to allow the additional purchases of apps after making a purchase with your Apple ID from App Store. Also, you can set the restrictions of Store Purchases and Redownloads. Here's how to disable Require Password in Restrictions.

Step 1. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Step 2. Under Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap on iTunes & App Store Purchase.

Step 3. Select Don't Require under Require Password.

Step 4. Tap on In-app Purchases, then select Allow.

Method 2. Update Your Apple ID Country or Region

Sometimes, your Apple ID country or region can cause the Verification Required message. When you move to a new country or region, you have to update or change your location. In this case, go to check your payment information associated with your Apple ID is up to date. If not, you can change your Apple ID country or region to fix this issue.

Step 1. In the Settings app, tap your Apple ID name and select Media & Purchases.

Step 2. Tap View Account, then you need to sign in with Face ID or Touch ID.

Step 3. Tap Country/Region and select your new country or region.

Step 4. Tap Change Country or Region and enter your new country or region.

Step 5. Review the Terms & Conditions and tap Agree in the upper-right corner.

Step 6. Tap Agree again to confirm.

Method 3. Update Billing Address

In some cases, the billing address would cause that Verification Required message to keep popping up. It's necessary to view and verify your billing address. Make sure that the billing address completely matches the current payment method on your iPhone. If not, go to update your billing address.

Step 1. Go to the Settings app and tap your Apple ID.

Step 2. Tap Payment & Shipping and access the payment method to check the billing address information.

Step 3. Update the billing address if there is a need.

Method 4. Switch to None as Payment Method

For users who do not wish to link a payment method, selecting None can resolve the issue of Verification Required in the App Store. Besides, if you only download free apps from the App Store, you can set your payment method to None. Then, no payment information will be asked for anymore while using the App Store.

Step 1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone and tap your Apple ID.

Step 2. Tap Payment & Shipping > View Account and authenticate with your Face ID.

Step 3. Head to Manage Payments and set the payment information to None.

Method 5. Sign out and Sign in to App Store

Most problems related to the Apple ID can be resolved by signing out and signing in. When you encounter the "Verification Required" message on your iPhone, you can try to log out of your Apple ID on your iPhone first, and then you can log in to your Apple ID again. This can resolve most simple Apple ID issues happening on the iPhone.

Step 1. Head to Settings on your iPhone and tap your Apple ID name.

Step 2. Tap Media & Purchases and tap Sign Out.

Step 3. Tap Media & Purchases again and choose Continue to sign back in to your Apple Account in the App Store.

Method 6. Update Software System

Outdated iOS versions can sometimes cause compatibility issues with the App Store app, leading to verification errors. To fix this issue, ensure your device is running the latest iOS version available.

Step 1. Head to Settings > General > Software Update.

Step 2. Tap Download and Install to download an iOS update.

Step 3. Tap Install Now and enter the screen lock passcode to update your device.

Method 7. Reset All Settings on iPhone

If none of the above methods work, resetting all settings on your iPhone may help. This will reset all settings, including network settings, location settings, privacy settings, Apple Pay cards, and the keyboard dictionary to their defaults, but doesn't delete any data and media on the iPhone. To resolve Verification Required App Store, you could have a try.

Step 1. Go to Settings and tap General > Transfer or Reset iPhone.

Step 2. Tap Reset and select Reset All Settings.

Step 3. Enter the screen lock passcode and tap Reset to confirm.

Method 8. Remove Apple ID from iPhone

When there is a deep error between your Apple ID and App Store, it's recommended to use a tool like MagFone iPhone Unlocker to remove Apple ID from iPhone without losing data when the Find My iPhone is diabled. MagFone iPhone Unlocker is specially designed to help Apple users fix various issues related to Apple ID. Besides, it can also remove Screen Times restrictions and MDM restrictions that prevent you from downloading, installing, or purchasing apps. Do the following to remove Apple ID from iPhone, and then you can sign back in and get rid of the App Store Verification Required loop.

Step 1 Connect iPhone to Computer and Open MagFone

Open MagFone iPhone Unlocker on your computer and then connect your iPhone to the computer through a USB cable. On the main interface of MagFone software, select the Remove Apple ID option and click on the Start button.

Step 2 Download and Verify the Firmware Package for iPhone

If your iPhone is running iOS 14.0 or later, you can directly skip this step. Or you need to the firmware package for your iPhone. After confirming the device information, you can click on the Download button to download the firmware for your device.

Step 3 Start to Fix Verification Required on App Store

Once the download is complete, click on the Unlock button, and MagFone iPhone Unlocker can fix App Store stuck on Verification Required. Keep your iPhone connected to the compute until the process finishes.

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Part 4. FAQs about Verification Required App Store

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Part 5. Conclusion

To bypass Verification Required on App Store, you can check your purchase history to pay for the unpaid balance, which can resolve the issue in most cases. If you get stuck in the Verification Required loop, follow the methods in Part 3 to get rid of the issue. In addition, if you have trouble dealing with an unpaid balance, directly contact Apple Support for help.