To change your Google Play country, follow these steps on your Android device:
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap the profile icon located in the top left (or top right, depending on your Play Store version) of the screen.
- Tap "Settings". This may be labeled "General" or "General settings", depending on your app version.
- Tap "Account and device preferences" (or similar wording).
- Look for the "Country and profiles" section.
- Tap the country you want to add an account to. You might need to wait 48 hours after adding a payment method in the new country before you can switch.
Important Considerations Before Changing Your Google Play Country:
- Payment Method: You need a valid payment method (like a credit card or debit card) from the new country you want to switch to. Add this payment method to your Google Payments profile before attempting to change your Play Store country.
- Only Change When Needed: Google only allows you to change your Play Store country once per year. So, only do it if you're certain you want to switch.
- Impact on Content: After changing countries, you might not be able to use your Google Play balance that you have in your old country. Also, some apps, games, movies, TV shows, and books might not be available in your new country. Subscriptions will remain active in the old country. You may need to cancel those and re-subscribe in the new country.
- Waiting Period: After switching countries, it may take up to 48 hours for the changes to fully take effect. During this time, you might still see the old country's content and pricing.
- New Profile Creation: When switching, Google may create a new Google Play profile associated with your new country. Be prepared to re-enter payment information and adjust settings as needed.
Essentially, you are telling Google that you've moved to a new country and should be presented with the Play Store experience appropriate for that region. Make sure you have a local payment method and be prepared for potential content availability changes.
