Abstract
The Turkish banking sector has made significant progress in recent years within the framework of the digitalization process that diverts financial transactions out of the branch through self-service distribution channels. This theoretical research aims at determining the level of digitalization in Turkey and its impact on the branch distribution channel. In this study, the author examined the written and visual resources published in digital media and interpreted the data with his sectoral knowledge and experience. According to the study, the traditional branch distribution channel, where a personal relationship is established and sustained, will maintain its existence and importance for a long time. The results indicate that digital technologies have impacts on decreasing branch traffic and the number of transactions, reducing the number of branches and employees, as well as stimulating the designation of a successful, flexible and cost-effective organizational structure. It is recommended that financial corporations to gain leverage in fierce competitive business environment focus on increasing the quality of perceived digital experience, developing innovative financial products with high added value, and forging cooperation with financial technology companies (Fintechs).