No Credit Card Car Rental at Sabiha Gökçen Airport

Looking to rent a car at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport without a credit card? SAW Rent A Car is one of the few operators renting cars at Sabiha Gökçen Airport without requiring a credit card.

Our customer service arranges bookings without a credit card; you collect your car on the SAW Arrivals Floor, at the terminal door.

Car rental without a credit card at Sabiha Gökçen — SAW Rent A Car
PaymentNo credit cardCash · EFT · Wise · Revolut
PickupSAW Arrivals FloorMeet & greet at the terminal door
BookingWhatsApp / phoneNo-credit-card requests via customer service
CurrencyTRY or EURCash at the Central Bank rate
DriverFrom age 21 · 2 years' licenceRequirement depends on the car
DepositDepends on the carAmount shown on the car card

Book without a credit card: WhatsApp / phone

At Sabiha Gökçen, rentals without a credit card are arranged by our customer service, not through the online form; in the online booking form, the available payment options are shown on screen. Send us your landing time, preferred car and payment method on WhatsApp or give us a call, and we will confirm the deposit and payment terms with you.

Payment Options Without a Credit Card at Sabiha Gökçen

Our payment options at Sabiha Gökçen without a credit card:

  • Cash — TRY or EUR (Central Bank of Türkiye daily rate)
  • EFT — Turkish banks (Garanti, Yapı Kredi, Akbank, İşbank)
  • Bank transfer — domestic and international
  • Wise — for guests from Germany, Scandinavia and the UK
  • Revolut — for EU citizens
  • Apple Pay / Google Pay — contactless
  • Standard credit card (if you prefer)

Why Is a Credit Card Usually Required at Sabiha Gökçen?

Large international companies renting at airport branches usually ask for a credit card and block the deposit on the card limit. The reasons:

  • Deposit hold: part of the card limit cannot be used during the rental, which can restrict the customer's other spending
  • Guaranteed collection: any damage cost can be charged to the card
  • Contract security: the card holder has been verified by the bank
  • Standard corporate policy: the same rule applied worldwide

This approach leaves out guests who have no credit card or do not want a hold on their limit.

The SAW Rent A Car Difference — A Flexible Payment Policy

SAW Rent A Car has removed the credit card requirement with a corporate contract and cash deposit model — a rare approach in the Turkish market.

How it works:

  1. Booking request — on WhatsApp or by phone; our customer service arranges the no-credit-card option
  2. The booking confirmation is sent by WhatsApp or email
  3. Payment at the Sabiha Gökçen terminal handover in cash, by EFT, bank transfer, Wise or Revolut
  4. Deposit — based on the car segment, in cash or by bank transfer
  5. Refund — the terms for returning the deposit are confirmed by our customer service before the rental

The deposit amount depends on the car class and is shown on each car's card on the booking screen; for rentals without a credit card, our customer service agrees with you how it will be taken.

Renting with Wise and Revolut — for Guests from Germany

Wise and Revolut are popular among Turkish expatriates living in Germany and other EU citizens, and they are a convenient way to pay for a rental at Sabiha Gökçen.

Using Wise:

  • Multi-currency account → send in TRY or EUR
  • Practical for guests from Germany, the Netherlands, the UK and Scandinavia

Using Revolut:

  • For EU citizens
  • Instant currency conversion
  • Transfer in TRY or EUR

The payment account details are shared in the booking confirmation.

Young Drivers Without a Credit Card

Drivers aged 21–25 in Türkiye often face two hurdles: the minimum age and the credit card requirement. At SAW Rent A Car some cars can be rented from age 21, and our customer service arranges the no-credit-card option.

Renting at Sabiha Gökçen from 21 without a credit card:

  • The minimum age and years of licence depend on the car: some cars can be rented at 21 with a licence held for 2 years; in the upper segment the requirement rises to 25–27 years of age and 5–7 years of licence. The requirement for the car you choose is shown on its car card on the booking screen.
  • Deposit accepted in cash or by EFT
  • Economy and compact segments first

Young driver car rental

Who Is Renting Without a Credit Card at Sabiha Gökçen For?

  • Foreign tourists without a credit card: passport + driving licence + cash.
  • Expats from Germany keeping their card limit for Europe: Wise + cash in EUR.
  • Corporate customers renting on invoice: bank transfer + invoice.
  • Young drivers without a credit card yet: cars from age 21 + cash deposit.
  • Guests from Russia, Ukraine and Central Asia: cash / EUR recommended because of card restrictions.
  • Long-term monthly rentals: monthly payment by bank transfer + a one-off deposit.

Sabiha Gökçen Car Rental Without a Credit Card: FAQ

Can I really rent a car at Sabiha Gökçen without a credit card?
Yes. SAW Rent A Car rents cars at Sabiha Gökçen without requiring a credit card. We accept cash (TRY/EUR), EFT, bank transfer, Wise and Revolut. Bookings without a credit card are made by our customer service on WhatsApp or by phone.
How much is the deposit?
The amount depends on the car and is shown on its car card on the booking screen. For rentals without a credit card, how the deposit is taken and the terms for its refund are confirmed by our customer service before the rental.
Can I pay in cash in euros?
Yes. We accept cash in EUR at the daily rate of the Central Bank of Türkiye. The contract is issued in both currencies.
How does paying with Wise work?
You can pay to our Wise account in TRY or EUR; the account details (IBAN) are shared in the booking confirmation.
Where do I collect the car at Sabiha Gökçen when booking without a credit card?
Your car is handed over on the SAW Arrivals Floor, at the terminal door; simply give us your landing time when you book. For details, see our Sabiha Gökçen Airport car rental page.
Can a 21-year-old rent without a credit card?
Yes. The minimum age and years of licence depend on the car: some cars can be rented at 21 with a licence held for 2 years; in the upper segment the requirement rises to 25–27 years of age and 5–7 years of licence. The requirement for the car you choose is shown on its car card on the booking screen. The deposit can be paid in cash or by bank transfer.

Reviewed by Emrecan Albayrak, SAW Rent A Car · Last updated: 9 October 2026

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