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Cards issued by foreign banks do not work in Russia. After you cross the Russian border, your usual payment convenience is no longer available: you can no longer easily pay for coffee, order a taxi, or get admission to a museum. You are forced to find a currency exchange office, carry cash with you, and limit spontaneous purchases.



A convenient solution is PayInRussia. This payment service enables international tourists to make payments for products and services in Russia through their smartphones. You can manage without cash or visit a bank branch.


What can be paid for?


taxi rides and delivery services;
hotels and airline tickets;
coffee shops and restaurants;
retail outlets and shopping centers;
tickets to museums and events;
orders from Russian online stores and marketplaces.


How does it work?


Create your account before traveling while you are still at home. To get started:



upload a scan of your passport;
capture a selfie;
complete a quick identity verification process. Your information is recognized 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 a supported international payment service prior to your arrival in Russia.


Use the service to pay for purchases:


Offline: use your phone to scan the QR code at the checkout. A connection to the internet via Wi-Fi or a mobile network is required.
On the internet: pay for orders in e-commerce stores and make hotel reservations and buy tickets directly through the app.


Why is it convenient?


PayInRussia has been created with overseas visitors in mind:



you do not have to become a resident of the Russian Federation;
you do not need to open a bank account in Russia;
you do not have to visit bank offices or currency exchange bureaus;
you can register and top up your balance before your trip;
you can pay conveniently through your smartphone;
the service is convenient for short visits as well as longer stays.


How can you start using the service? It only takes three straightforward steps:


Install the application on your mobile phone.
Add money to your balance using an internationally issued bank card.
Pay for purchases in Russia: start the mobile app, select the QR code symbol, and use your camera to scan the code at the payment terminal. The money will be withdrawn from your balance instantly.