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Foreign-issued bank cards are not accepted in Russia. After you cross the Russian border, the everyday convenience you normally enjoy is no longer available: you cannot simply pay for your coffee, request a cab, or get admission to a museum. You have to look for a currency exchange bureau, carry cash with you, and limit spontaneous purchases.



The answer to this problem is PayInRussia. This service enables foreign travelers to pay for purchases 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;
hotel stays and plane tickets;
cafés and restaurants;
retail outlets and shopping centers;
admission to museums and various events;
purchases from Russian e-commerce stores and marketplaces.


How can you use it?


Register before your trip while you are still at home. To do this:



upload a scan of your passport;
take a selfie;
complete a brief identity check. Your information is recognized automatically, and no text messages sent to a Russian phone number are required.



Deposit money into your account using a foreign-issued bank card or a supported international payment service before traveling to Russia.


Make payments for your purchases:


In physical locations: use your phone to scan the QR code at the checkout. An internet connection via a Wi-Fi or cellular network is required.
For online payments: pay in online stores and book hotels and tickets straight from the mobile app.


Why is it convenient?


PayInRussia has been designed specifically for international tourists:



you are not required to be a resident of the Russian Federation;
you do not need to open a bank account in Russia;
you do not have to visit bank branches or currency exchange offices;
you can register and top up your balance before you travel;
you can pay conveniently with your mobile phone;
the service is convenient for short visits as well as longer stays.


How can you start using the service? Get started in three easy steps:


Install the application to your smartphone.
Top up your balance using an international bank card.
Make payments for goods and services in Russia: open the app, tap the QR code icon, and use your camera to scan the code at the payment terminal. The money will be deducted from your balance immediately.