You can change your Google Play country, but only once every 12 months. Here's the complete guide to doing it correctly.
Prerequisites
- 12 months have passed since the last region change (or this is your first change)
- No active subscriptions tied to the current region (or they've been cancelled)
- Zero or minimal balance — some regions require you to use up your existing balance first
Step-by-Step Instructions
On Android:
- Open the Google Play app
- Tap your avatar → Settings → General → Country and profiles
- Tap Add country and select the new country
- Add a payment method for the new country (a Google Play Gift Card works)
- Confirm — your old purchases remain accessible
On the Web:
- Go to pay.google.com
- Settings → Country
- Select the new country and follow the prompts
Key Limitations
- Once per year. Changed in May 2026? Next change available May 2027 at earliest.
- Old balance: Your existing Google Play balance may not carry over to the new region.
- Apps: Apps unavailable in the new region will be hidden from your library.
- Subscriptions: Existing subscriptions continue at old terms but renew at new region prices.
Alternative: Create a Separate Account
If you want to keep your main account untouched and use a different region for purchases, create a second Google account with the desired country. This is often cleaner than changing your primary account.
Summary
Change your region via Google Play Settings → Country, but only once per year. You'll need a payment method for the new country — a regional Google Play Gift Card from marix.app works perfectly.