Yes, you can use Revolut in Turkey for card payments and ATM withdrawals, as it is accepted wherever Mastercard and Visa are used. You can manage, hold, and exchange Turkish Lira (TRY) directly in the app, with free ATM withdrawals available up to your plan's limits. It works with Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Buy and hold Turkish Liras in your Revolut account, alongside 36 other currencies. Just go to Exchange in-app to convert your main currency to Turkish Liras at the Revolut exchange rate.
Your Revolut card handles 150+ currencies, including Turkish Lira (TRY). That means you can use it like a local debit card in Turkey. Order a physical card or use your free virtual card to start spending right away.
Yes, tipping is expected in restaurants. In small and casual eateries, rounding up the bill is enough. For example, if the bill is 190 TL, leaving 200 TL is polite. In mid-range restaurants, leaving 5–10% is common.
Currently, Vodafone is the only UK network that offers roaming in Turkey as part of one of its packages. With its Global Roam plan, you can use data in Turkey up to its fair usage limit of 25GB. With other networks, you can still use your phone while travelling to Turkey, but you'll have to pay additional charges.
Countries we don't support payments in include, but aren't limited to: Belarus, Crimea, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Libya, Myanmar, Russia, Syrian Arab Republic, and Venezuela.
Do I need to convert currency before using Revolut?
How Revolut determines the currency you'll be charged in. We automatically convert your balance to the currency you're paying in, so there's no need to buy or exchange currency before your trip. We won't combine multiple currencies to complete a transaction.
By choosing a mobile service tailored for travelers in Turkey, you can access mobile data at a fraction of your normal roaming rates. This ensures that you can use essential apps like maps, translators, and social media on your mobile phone without breaking the bank.
Traditional banks aren't your only option. Financial apps often have similar features to traditional banks without the hassle. With Revolut, you can do everything in-app and save on your transactions and withdrawals abroad. You get ultimate flexibility and control over your money.
Neither Monzo nor Revolut is definitively "better"; the choice depends on your needs, but Monzo excels for simple, FSCS-protected UK banking with great budgeting, while Revolut shines for international travel, multi-currency exchange, and investment features, though its free tier has weekend FX fees and limited phone support. Choose Monzo for user-friendly budgeting and solid UK protection; choose Revolut for global flexibility and investing, but be aware of its limitations on the free plan.
If you're a Revolut customer, your Revolut prepaid card will work in Turkey. You can use it at any ATM to withdraw cash. You can also make payments at restaurants and shops while you're out and about, either contactless or with chip and PIN.
While major cities and tourist areas in Turkey typically accept debit cards, some smaller shops, local vendors, or remote locations may only accept cash. Carrying some Turkish lira for these situations is always a good idea. Make sure to take enough cash with you as Turkish ATMs can unexpectedly reject your card.
No, British citizens usually don't need a visa for tourism or business in Turkey for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, but your passport must be valid for at least 150 days (about 5 months) from your arrival date and have a blank page. For other purposes like work or study, or if you have a different type of British passport, you will need a visa, so check the official Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website or GOV.UK's Turkey page before traveling.
You can apply for your e-Visa any time before your travel. However, you are advised to create an e-Visa application at least 48 hours before your departure.
