Launch prepaid, debit, credit, and gift card programs in minutes. One API. Full control. Enterprise compliance built in.
From instant virtual cards to custom physical cards with your brand, Core Issuance handles the complexity of modern card programs.
Issue virtual cards instantly or ship custom-branded physical cards. Support for Visa, Mastercard, and private-label networks.
Approve or decline transactions in milliseconds with programmable spend controls, merchant locks, and velocity limits.
Level 1 PCI DSS certified infrastructure. SOC 2 Type II audited. We handle the compliance so you can focus on product.
Real-time event streaming for every authorization, settlement, and dispute. Build reactive workflows with zero polling.
Issue cards in 30+ currencies across 150+ countries. Built-in FX engine with competitive rates and transparent fees.
Double-entry ledger system with real-time balance tracking. Support for prefund, just-in-time funding, and credit facilities.
RESTful endpoints, comprehensive SDKs, and idempotent requests. Go from signup to first card in under 5 minutes.
import Core from '@core-issuance/sdk';
const core = new Core('sk_live_...');
// Create a virtual debit card
const card = await core.cards.create({
type: 'virtual',
program: 'prg_debit_consumer',
cardholder: 'ch_live_8xK2mN',
controls: {
spending_limit: 100000,
allowed_categories: ['retail', 'travel'],
},
});
console.log(card.id);
// => 'card_live_9fK2mNx3...'RESTful • JSON • Idempotent
Launch any card program from a single integration. Mix and match card types across your product lines.
Branded prepaid programs for payroll, incentives, and disbursements. Instant issuance with custom load limits.
Consumer and commercial debit programs linked to deposit accounts. Real-time notifications and spend controls.
Full credit card programs with underwriting support, credit limits, and revolving balance management.
Digital and physical gift card programs. Multi-merchant support with balance checking and reload capabilities.
Define your card program parameters — card type, network, currency, spend controls, and branding.
Generate virtual cards instantly via API or order custom physical cards with your brand design.
Handle authorizations in real-time with webhooks. Control every transaction with programmable rules.
Monitor programs via dashboard, manage disputes, and scale to millions of cardholders seamlessly.
Pay only for what you use. No setup fees, no minimums, no hidden charges.
Get your API keys in minutes and start issuing cards today. No credit card required for the developer plan.