The Card & Payments Awards UK

Celebrating excellence, innovation and achievement across the UK and Irish card and payments industry for over two decades. Founded by Michael Harty in 2005. The Card & Payments Awards (TCPA) has established itself as one of the most prestigious and longest-standing awards and networking events in the UK and Irish card and payments industry.

Now entering its 22nd year, TCPA brings together over 1,100 senior industry professionals from more than 300 companies, alongside an impressive line-up of leading global sponsors. The Awards has become a key date in the industry calendar, providing an unrivalled opportunity to celebrate success, build relationships and connect with the people and organisations shaping the future of payments.

For more than two decades, The Card & Payments Awards has recognised outstanding achievement, innovation and excellence across the industry. Each year, organisations compete for these highly respected awards, with entries evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts, ensuring integrity, credibility and impartiality throughout the judging process. The evening culminates in the prestigious Industry Achievement Award, recognising an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to the card and payments industry.

Who Can Enter? The Card & Payments Awards welcomes entries from organisations operating within the UK and Irish markets, including credit, debit, prepaid and charge card issuers, co-brands, merchant acquirers, payment processors, retailers, fintechs and other payments companies worldwide.

With a comprehensive range of categories spanning innovation, technology, customer experience, sustainability, card design, financial inclusion and more, the Awards provides organisations of all sizes with the opportunity to showcase their achievements and gain recognition among the industry's leading names. Entries open in June each year, with submissions closing in the autumn.

Join Us in 2027 The next Card & Payments Awards UK will take place on Thursday 4 February 2027, at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the very best of the UK and Irish card and payments industry, bringing together the people, products and innovations driving its future.