Cards issued by foreign banks cannot be used in Russia. Once you cross the border, your usual payment convenience disappears: you can no longer easily purchase a cup of coffee, book a taxi, or purchase a ticket to a museum. You need to search for a place to exchange money, keep cash on hand, and cut back on impulse purchases.

The solution is PayInRussia. This payment service helps foreign travelers to pay for purchases and services in Russia with their mobile phones. You do not have to carry cash or need to go to a bank.

Which purchases and services can you pay for?

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• taxi rides and delivery services;
  
• accommodation and flight tickets;
  
• cafes and dining establishments;
  
• shops and shopping centers;
  
• admission to museums and various events;
  
• purchases from Russian e-commerce stores and marketplaces.
  

How does the service work?

Sign up before your journey while you are still in your home country. To do this:

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• scan your passport;
  
• capture a selfie;
  
• go through a fast identity verification procedure. Your personal details is processed automatically, and SMS verification through a Russian phone number is not required.
  

Add funds to your balance using a card issued by a foreign bank or an eligible payment platform operating in a supported country before you arrive in Russia.

Make payments for your purchases:

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• At physical points of sale: scan the QR code at the checkout. payinrussia.com A connection to the internet via Wi-Fi or mobile data must be available.
  
• On the internet: pay for orders in e-commerce stores and make hotel reservations and buy tickets straight from the mobile app.
  

Why is the service so useful?

PayInRussia has been created with overseas visitors in mind:

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• you do not need to be a resident of the Russian Federation;
  
• you do not need to open an account with a Russian bank;
  
• you are not required to go to bank branches or currency exchange offices;
  
• you can register and top up your balance before your trip;
  
• you can make convenient payments through your smartphone;
  
• the service is ideal for both brief and long-term journeys.
  

How do you get started? It only takes three straightforward steps:

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2. Install the application on your mobile phone.
   
3. Top up your balance using an international bank card.
   
4. Make payments for goods and services in Russia: open the app, select the QR code symbol, and scan the code at the checkout. The money will be deducted from your balance immediately.