Why does Google Ads reject some VCCs?

Google Ads may reject some Virtual Credit Cards (VCCs) for several reasons:

Fraud Prevention: VCCs are often issued by third-party providers, which may not be seen as legitimate or secure by Google Ads. This can trigger fraud prevention measures, leading to the rejection of the payment method.

Card Type or Issuer: Google Ads typically requires cards from well-known issuers like Visa, MasterCard, American Express, etc. Some VCCs might not be accepted because they aren't linked to a reputable financial institution or don't match Google's accepted card types.

Billing Address Mismatch: If the billing address on the VCC doesn't match the one in your Google Ads account, Google may reject the card.

Insufficient Funds or Low Limit: If the VCC has insufficient funds or a low limit that doesn't meet Google Ads' minimum payment requirements, the payment may fail.

Region Restrictions: Google Ads has country-specific policies. Some VCCs might not be supported in certain regions, leading to a rejection.

Expired or Invalid Cards: If the VCC is expired or hasn't been activated properly, Google Ads will not accept it.

Policy Violations: If the VCC is flagged as part of a potential violation of Google's payment policies (e.g., using the card to circumvent billing), it could be rejected.

To avoid issues, it's best to use a physical credit card or ensure your VCC is from a trusted issuer, has sufficient funds, and matches the billing information in your Google Ads account.