Egypt Cards Market (2025-2031) | Analysis, Growth, Share, Industry, Size, Forecast, Companies, Trends, Revenue & Value

Egypt Cards Market Highlights

Topics Covered in the Egypt Cards Market

Egypt Cards Market report thoroughly covers the market by type, by usage, and by end user. The market outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

Egypt Cards Market Synopsis

Egypt's cards market has been growing rapidly over the past few years, driven mainly by the government's financial inclusion agenda and increased demand by consumers for efficient payment methods. The market has also experienced challenges such as fraud, low card penetration, and limited acceptance of electronic payments.

According to 6Wresearch, the Egypt Cards Market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period 2025-2031. One of the primary drivers of the Egypt cards market is the government's initiative to promote financial inclusion through digital payments. According to the Egypt Banking Institute, an estimated 50% of the population is unbanked. This presents a significant opportunity for financial institutions to offer digital financial services that are affordable and accessible. Similarly, the increase in smartphone penetration has boosted the adoption of mobile payments, further driving the growth of the cards Egypt Cards industry. On the other hand, some challenges affecting the market growth such as low card penetration and limited acceptance of electronic payments is also a significant hurdle. Nevertheless, some trends are contributing to the market growth such as Contactless payments provide a faster and more secure payment method, reducing the risk of transmission of the virus. Another trend is the increase in digital wallet adoption, which has been driven by the rise in e-commerce and mobile payments. Similarly, the use of biometric authentication, such as face recognition and fingerprints, has grown increasingly popular in Egypt.

Government Initiatives Introduced in the Egypt Cards Market

The Egyptian government has been instrumental in driving the growth of the cards market. Key government initiatives include the National Payments Council and the Committee on Electronic Payments and Financial Inclusion. The National Payments Council is tasked with improving the efficiency and security of payment systems in Egypt. Similarly, the Committee on Electronic Payments and Financial Inclusion aims to enhance financial inclusion through digital payments.

Key Players in the Egypt Cards Market

There are several key players in the Egypt cards market, including financial institutions, payment service providers, and fintech companies. Notable players include Commercial International Bank, the National Bank of Egypt, Fawry, and Vodafone Cash.

Future Insights of the Egypt Cards Market

The Egypt cards market has been experiencing several trends over the years. One of the significant trends in the market is the growth of contactless payments, which has been driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. Contactless payments provide a faster and more secure payment method, reducing the risk of transmission of the virus. Another trend is the increase in digital wallet adoption, which has been driven by the rise in e-commerce and mobile payments. Similarly, the use of biometric authentication, such as face recognition and fingerprints, has grown increasingly popular in Egypt.

Market Analysis by Type

According to Dhaval, Research Manager, 6Wresearch, general-purpose cards are still the dominant payment method, but private label cards are rapidly increasing in popularity due to their ability to offer customized experiences and targeted loyalty programs.

Market Analysis by Application

Based on the application, Retail establishments and the government are two of the most significant contributors to the growth of the market. the growth is driven by the country's growing young population, disposable incomes, and the rise of e-commerce. According to the Central Bank of Egypt, government cards, particularly payroll-related, account for an estimated 64% of the total cards issued in the country.

Key attractiveness of the report

• 10 Years Market Numbers.
• Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
• Base Year: 2024.
• Forecast Data until 2031.
• Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
• Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Egypt Cards Market Outlook
• Market Size of Egypt Cards Market
• Forecast of Egypt Cards Market, 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
• Egypt Cards Market Trend Evolution
• Egypt Cards Market Drivers and Challenges
• Egypt Cards Price Trends
• Egypt Cards Porter's Five Forces
• Egypt Cards Industry Life Cycle
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By General Purpose for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Private Label for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Usage for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By General Purpose Re-Loadable Card for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Government Benefit/Disbursement Card for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Payroll Card for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By End-User for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Retail Establishments for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Corporate Institutions for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Government for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Financial Institutions for the Period 2021-2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of Egypt Cards Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021-2031
• Egypt Cards Import Export Trade Statistics
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Usage
• Market Opportunity Assessment By End-User
• Egypt Cards Top Companies Market Share
• Egypt Cards Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
• Egypt Cards Company Profiles
• Egypt Cards Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Covered

The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:

By Type

• General Purpose
• Private Label

By Usage

• General Purpose Re-Loadable Card
• Government Benefit/Disbursement Card
• Payroll Card
• Others

By End-User

• Retail Establishments
• Corporate Institutions
• Government
• Financial Institutions
• Others