Do you need a special discount/loyalty card for shopping in Istanbul (e.g. at the Grand Bazaar)?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 18 days ago
TL;DR
You don't need the Gratis discount card — vendors will give you a discount anyway. They may ask for a Turkish phone number to register it, but if you don't have one, nearby Turkish shoppers can help.
What the community said
The Gratis discount card isn't required to get a discount in shops — vendors will give you one anyway.
23 days ago Gratis card
If a vendor asks for a Turkish phone number to apply the discount and you don't have one, they may ask nearby shoppers to help — you'll still get the discount.
23 days ago Turkish phone number
Confirmed by another traveler: no special card is needed, and if you lack a Turkish number, you can ask a nearby local shopper for help — the discount is applied regardless.
32 days ago