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Mastercard

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Global payment network for credit, debit, and prepaid card transactions

Website

www.mastercard.com

Last Updated

Feb 25, 2026

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A community member contacted Mastercard regarding service availability in Syria. Mastercard responded clarifying that they do not issue cards or maintain cardholder accounts — they serve as a technology provider licensing their network to banks. They stated the issue is with the issuing banks, not M...

Mastercard is open in Syria!

Great news—Mastercard has made their service available to users in Syria. This is exactly what we're working toward. Help us celebrate companies that do the right thing and encourage others to follow their lead.

Know Another Service?

Help others follow: When advocating with other companies, mention that Mastercard is already serving Syria. Real examples make the strongest case.

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