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Cards issued by foreign banks do not work in Russia. After you cross the Russian border, the convenience you are used to is no longer available: you are unable to conveniently pay for coffee, order a taxi, or purchase a ticket to a museum. You need to search for a place to exchange money, keep cash on hand, and limit spontaneous purchases.



The solution is PayInRussia. The platform enables foreign travelers to pay for goods and services in Russia using their smartphones. You do not need cash or have to visit a bank.


What can you pay for?


taxi trips and delivery services;
hotels and airline tickets;
cafes and dining establishments;
stores and shopping malls;
museum and event tickets;
orders placed with Russian online retailers and marketplaces.


How does the service work?


Sign up before your journey while you are in your country of residence. To get started:



scan your passport;
capture a selfie;
complete a brief identity check. Your personal details is detected automatically, and no text messages sent to a Russian phone number are required.



Add funds to your balance using a bank card issued outside Russia or a supported international payment service prior to your arrival in Russia.


Pay for your purchases:


In physical locations: use your phone to scan the QR code at the checkout. A connection to the internet via Wi-Fi or a mobile network is necessary.
For online payments: pay in online stores and reserve accommodation and purchase tickets right in the application.


Why is the service so useful?


PayInRussia has been created with overseas visitors in mind:



you do not have to become a resident of Russia;
you are not required to open an account at a Russian bank;
you are not required to go to bank offices or currency exchange bureaus;
you can register and top up your balance before you travel;
you can pay conveniently with your mobile phone;
the service is suitable for short visits as well as longer stays.


What do you need to do to begin? Get started in three easy steps:


Download the app on your smartphone.
Top up your balance using an internationally issued bank card.
Pay for purchases in Russia: launch the application, press the QR payment icon, and use your camera to scan the code at the payment terminal. The money will be debited from your account right away.