If you’re seeing an error when trying to create a CloudFront distribution, it means your AWS account needs extra verification before proceeding. This is a security step that AWS uses, especially for new accounts or when accessing certain services like CloudFront for the first time.
Having a valid and active payment method is important for your AWS account, but the verification block on CloudFront is usually a different security check. Re-enabling your payment method was a good move, but fixing this specific restriction requires reaching out to AWS Support directly.
To solve this issue, go to the AWS Support Center at https://console.aws.amazon.com/support/. When you open a support case, make sure to include the exact error message you’re seeing. AWS Support will review your account and remove the CloudFront restriction after they verify your account details.
This process is usually simple for genuine use cases, like hosting a static website on S3. The response time depends on your support plan. The Basic Support plan, which comes with all accounts, gives you help mainly with billing and account issues. If you have a paid support plan, you’ll get faster assistance for technical questions.
Once AWS Support completes their check and lifts the restriction, you’ll be able to create your CloudFront distribution without any further problems.