Bank cards issued outside Russia do not work in Russia. Once you cross the border, the convenience you are used to disappears: you can no longer easily pay for coffee, book a taxi, or purchase a ticket to a museum. You are forced to look for a currency exchange bureau, bring physical money with you, and cut back on impulse purchases.

The solution is PayInRussia. This service helps visitors from other countries to make payments for products and services in Russia using their smartphones. You do not need cash or have to visit a bank.

What can you pay for?

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• taxi trips and delivery services;
  
• hotels and airline tickets;
  
• cafes and dining establishments;
  
• stores and shopping malls;
  
• admission to museums and various events;
  
• orders from Russian online stores and marketplaces.
  

How does it work?

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

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• upload a scan of your passport;
  
• take a photo of yourself;
  
• complete a quick identity verification process. https://payinrussia.com Your document data is detected automatically, and SMS verification through a Russian phone number is not required.
  

Deposit money into your account using a card issued by a foreign bank or an eligible payment platform operating in a supported country before you arrive in Russia.

Pay for your purchases:

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• At physical points of sale: use your phone to scan the QR code at the checkout. An internet connection via a Wi-Fi or cellular network is necessary.
  
• Online: pay for orders in e-commerce stores and reserve accommodation and purchase tickets directly through the app.
  

What makes it convenient?

PayInRussia has been created specifically for international tourists:

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• you do not have to become a Russian resident;
  
• you do not have to set up an account at a Russian bank;
  
• you can avoid visiting bank branches or currency exchange offices;
  
• you can sign up and fund your balance before your trip;
  
• you can easily pay for purchases through your smartphone;
  
• the service is convenient for short visits as well as longer stays.
  

How do you get started? Get started in three easy steps:

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2. Install the application on your mobile phone.
   
3. Add money to your balance using an international bank card.
   
4. Use the service to pay for purchases while in Russia: start the mobile app, tap the QR code icon, and scan the checkout QR code. The money will be deducted from your balance immediately.