Ongoing shift toward digital and credit-based solutions
In 2025, Turkey’s financial cards and payments landscape continues shifting rapidly toward digital and credit-based solutions. High inflation and economic uncertainty are driving consumers to rely more on credit cards to manage expenses, while the inconvenience of carrying cash accelerates the move to card and contactless payments. At the same time, digital wallets and mobile payments are gaining strong momentum, pushing banks and fintechs to innovate with more integrated and secure offerings. The ongoing expansion of e-commerce, supported by instalment options and promotional campaigns, is further boosting credit card usage, reinforcing the country’s transition toward a more digital, cashless economy.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Financial Cards and Payments industry in Turkey with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Financial Cards and Payments industry in Turkey, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Financial Cards and Payments in Turkey report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Financial Cards and Payments in Turkey?
- What are the major trends key to understanding Financial Cards and Payments in Turkey?
- How has COVID-19, recession and macroeconomic volatility impacted the market?
- How long will the market take to recover? What are the opportunities now?
- How will political context and shifting cultural values shape future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Financial Cards and Payments in Turkey - Industry Overview
Ongoing shift toward digital and credit-based solutions
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Strong growth with consumers increasingly relying on credit cards
Digital wallets and mobile payment solutions gain even more traction
Expansion of e-commerce plays a significant role in boosting credit card transactions
New credit card regulations aim to create a more secure, transparent, and sustainable financial environment
Increasing reliance on credit to manage daily expenses amid economic uncertainty
Rise of eco-conscious financial products
Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi leads, enjoying an extensive customer base and strong reputation
Visa benefits from its strong global reputation, robust security infrastructure, and early adoption of innovative technologies
American Express’ growth driven by its strategic positioning in the premium and digitally engaged consumer segments
Papara Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri successfully positions itself as a modern, flexible, and accessible financial solution
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
Credit Cards in Turkey - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Consumers increasingly rely on credit cards to manage daily expenses and preserve purchasing power
Expansion in the banked population and high inflation ensure broader credit card ownership
Growth of e-commerce and mobile phone-based payments accelerate credit card usage
Further expansion supported by a well-established and technologically advanced banking infrastructure
Premium cards cater to consumers seeking a more tailored and value-added banking experience
Issuers that can offer enhanced security, integrated digital experiences, and tailored value-added services will be better positioned to succeed
Visa’s broad infrastructure and continuous innovation ensure it remains at the forefront of the credit card market
With a focus on security, digital innovation, and added-value services, Yapi ve Kredi Bankasi is the leading issuer
Isbank’s dynamism driven by its innovation, broad customer reach, and strong digital transformation
Mastercard expands its presence through collaborations and investing in advanced payment technologies
Debit Cards in Turkey - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Strong growth as consumers increasingly choose debit cards over cash
Behavioural shift driven by the ease and speed of contactless debit card payments
Banks support growth through tailored loyalty campaigns and emphasising the security advantages of debit card transactions
Further growth with banks increasingly promoting debit cards
Evolution of security of debit card payments
Students to play an increasingly important role in the future of debit card adoption
Visa’s broad infrastructure and continuous innovation ensures it maintains its position as the leading operator
Ziraat Bank’s lead driven by its broad reach and strategic innovation
Accessible pricing, seamless digital integration, and robust security fuel dynamic growth of HSBC
Mastercard strengthens its position through continuous innovation and strong partnerships with banks
Pre-Paid Cards in Turkey - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Widespread appeal of pre-paid options
E-commerce expansion fuels strong growth of open loop cards
Changing consumer behaviour and tourism boost demand for pre-paid cards
Continued innovation and digitisation of pre-paid lunch cards
Omnichannel and mobile-first strategies central to the expansion and modernisation of the pre-paid card market
Pre-paid cards are a practical and accessible financial tool for younger consumers
Belbim leads closed loop pre-paid cards with its wide and loyal user base
Innovation, strong local partnerships, and wide acceptance network ensure Mastercard maintains its lead in open loop pre-paid cards
Belbim broadens the range of services that can be accessed with its Istanbulkart
Papara capitalises on the growing demand for alternative financial services that are faster, more flexible, and more accessible than traditional banking
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Financial Cards and Payments
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- ATM Cards
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- Commercial Charge Cards
- Personal Charge Cards
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- Commercial Credit Cards
- Personal Credit Cards
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- Commercial Debit Cards
- Personal Debit Cards
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- Closed Loop Pre-Paid Cards
- Open Loop Pre-Paid Cards
- Store Cards
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- ATM Transactions
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- Commercial Charge Card Transactions
- Personal Charge Card Transactions
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- Commercial Credit Card Transactions
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- Average Personal Credit Card Balance
- Average Personal Credit Card Limit
- Personal Credit Card Utilisation
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- Commercial Debit Card Transactions
- Personal Debit Card Transactions
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- Closed Loop Pre-Paid Card Transactions
- Open Loop Pre-Paid Card Transactions
- Store Card Transactions
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- Commercial Card Payment Transactions
- Commercial Electronic Direct/ACH Transactions
- Commercial Paper Payment Transactions
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- Personal Card Payment Transactions
- Personal Electronic Direct/ACH Transactions
- Personal Paper Payment Transactions
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- Commercial Electronic Direct/ACH Transactions
- Personal Electronic Direct/ACH Transactions
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- Commercial Cash Transactions
- Commercial Other Paper Transactions
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- Personal Cash Transactions
- Personal Other Paper Transactions
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- Mobile Proximity Payments
- Mobile Remote Payments
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Financial Cards and Payments
Payments are tracked based on the country of residence / account issuance and include outbound spend while excluding inbound spend.
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