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Each country has its own way of moving money, and choosing the right method can sometimes be difficult. That’s why we have curated the most popular and best payment options for you to use in Turkey.
Yes, PayPal is accepted in Turkey.
Wondering what the most popular ways to pay are in Turkey? Explore the top payment options and choose wisely.
Turkey, with a population of around 86.03 million people, has a GDP of approximately 1.44 trillion making it the 16th largest economy in the world. The official currency of Turkey is the Turkish Lira (TRY)
A major emerging economy driven by a mix of modern industry (automotive, electronics) and a traditional agricultural sector. It has a customs union with the European Union, which remains its most significant trading partner.
The most popular non-cash payment method in Turkey is the credit card, supported by a strong cultural acceptance of paying in installments, a practice known as "taksit." Debit cards are also widely used for everyday purchases. Physical cash, the Lira, remains very common for daily expenses, especially for smaller amounts.
Whatever you need to buy during your trip, whether it’s a travel adapter, train ticket or an extra bottle of sunscreen, the Wise Multi-Currency Card has you covered.
You can spend like a local in 150+ countries, as this clever contactless card automatically converts currency at the mid-market exchange rate whenever you spend - for just a small conversion fee.
And for extra convenience, you can add your Wise Multi-Currency Card to your Google Wallet or Apple Wallet. Then you can travel even lighter and pay using just your phone, with no need to pack the physical card.
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