17.6.2026

Stopanska Banka and Mastercard expand strategic partnership and introduce new card products

Stopanska Banka is expanding its strategic partnership with Mastercard to further develop its payment services and introduce new card products for individuals and business clients. The expanded cooperation is part of the Bank’s strategy to develop its payment infrastructure and improve the digital experience for its clients.

“Stopanska Banka collaboration with Mastercard began back in 2009 and since then the Bank has already a significant percent in its total card portfolio under this brand. Prior to signing the contract today, our teams conducted extensive groundwork to ensure that we can guide our client base toward the most suitable Mastercard solutions, whether individual products or tailored combinations for both their personal and business needs. We have already developed a comprehensive and holistic card product offering, which we will continue to expand in close cooperation with Mastercard’s experienced teams and valuable know-how, in order to meet the expectations of even our most demanding customers.”, said Chrysoula Koutoudi CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Stopanska Banka.

“We are pleased to take our collaboration with Stopanska Banka further at a time when the payment experience plays an increasingly important role in how customers interact with their bank. The new Mastercard cards will give individuals and businesses access to modern, secure products that fit the way they pay today. This partnership supports the bank’s digital services and helps create a smoother everyday experience for its clients,” said Bartosz Ciolkowski, Division President for Southeast Europe at Mastercard.

Transition to Mastercard cards

As part of the partnership, Stopanska Banka will introduce Mastercard cards as a further step in enhancing its payment offering throughout the year. Clients of the Bank will continue using their existing cards seamlessly until they activate their new Mastercard, gaining access to a broader range of tailored products, benefits, and an improved client experience designed specifically for them.
The replacement will be carried out gradually with at least one-month prior notice to customers, according to the terms of the contract between the bank and the client. Clients will be informed when their new Mastercard card is available for collection and activation at their branch. In addition, the transition preserves existing account numbers and core terms and the entire process will be free of charge, with the new cards also offering an extended validity period.
Stopanska Banka continues to actively invest in the development of new digital services and functionalities, in order to provide an even simpler, safer, and more efficient experience for all its users.

As part of this partnership, the bank introduces three new products, just a small part of the novelties that will follow as a result of the mutual partnership in the years ahead:

• Mastercard Platinum debit and credit cards for individuals
• Mastercard Business debit card for legal entities
• Plus a  broad winning game that will last until the end of the year

Contact for additional information
For any questions related to the process, clients can contact their nearest branch or the Stopanska Banka Contact Center.