European alternatives to Master Card

Frances national card payment system that processes payment transactions independently of international networks like Visa/Mastercard, though many CB cards are co-branded.

Germanys domestic debit card system (formerly known as EC-Karte) that functions independently of Visa/Mastercard for domestic transactions.

Belgiums national payment scheme for debit card payments and mobile payments, widely used across the country.

UnionPay is a Chinese financial services corporation that provides bank card services and a major card scheme in China.