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Spending Just Got Better With Accrue Contactless Virtual Dollar Card

Alex Omenye

August 10, 2026

The way we pay has evolved across Africa and around the world. Millions of people now simply tap their phones at checkout instead of reaching for cash or a physical card when they’re buying coffee, paying for the train, shopping at a supermarket, or checking into a hotel. Contactless payments have become the fastest and most convenient way to pay.

Today, we're bringing that same experience to Accrue with the launch of the Accrue Contactless Virtual Dollar Card, our biggest upgrade to the Accrue Virtual Dollar Card yet. You can now add your card to Apple Wallet or Google Pay and make secure, in-person payments with just a tap of your phone.

Tap, Pay & Go!

Your Accrue Virtual Dollar Card has always helped you pay for subscriptions, shop online, and make purchases in dollars.

Now, it goes beyond the internet.

With contactless payments enabled, your card becomes an everyday payment companion for wherever life takes you. You can unlock contactless payments and start tapping your phone anywhere contactless card payments are accepted.

Picture arriving in Nairobi in Kenya, Accra in Ghana, or any other new city and paying for anything without searching for cash and buying lunch with a quick tap, or shopping after work or paying for hotels while travelling, all from the same Accrue card already in your account.

That's the experience we're delivering.

Ready to Tap Into a Better Way to Pay?

Simply add your Accrue Virtual Dollar Card to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, unlock your phone, and hold it near any contactless payment terminal.

That's it, and if you're paying for your morning coffee, foodstuff, transport, or your next shopping spree, checkout becomes as simple as a tap.

The future of payments is already in your pocket. Tap once. Pay anywhere. Welcome to the next generation of payments with Accrue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Accrue Contactless Virtual Dollar Card?

It's an upgraded version of your Accrue Virtual Dollar Card that supports tap-to-pay purchases through Apple Wallet and Google Wallet.

Do I need a physical card?

No. Everything works directly from your phone.

Where can I use it?

Anywhere that accepts contactless card payments. Simply look for the contactless payment symbol at checkout.

Which wallets are supported?

You can add your card to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet.

How much does it cost?

For every successful transaction on the Accrue Virtual Dollar Card, you will be charged a transaction fee of just $0.17.

Is it secure?

Yes. Payments are protected by the security features built into Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, along with Accrue's existing card security.

Can I still use my card online?

Absolutely. Your Accrue Contactless Virtual Dollar Card continues to work for online purchases while also supporting in-store contactless payments.

Tap to pay with the Accrue Virtual Dollar Card