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Cards issued by foreign banks are not accepted in Russia. Once you cross the border, your usual payment convenience becomes inaccessible: you are unable to conveniently pay for coffee, book a taxi, or get admission to a museum. payinrussia.com You need to look for a currency exchange bureau, keep cash on hand, and cut back on impulse purchases.

The answer to this problem is PayInRussia. This payment service allows foreign travelers to make payments for products and services in Russia using their smartphones. You do not have to carry cash or visit a bank branch.

Which purchases and services can you pay for?

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• taxi trips and delivery services;
  
• accommodation and flight tickets;
  
• cafes and dining establishments;
  
• retail outlets and shopping centers;
  
• tickets to museums and events;
  
• orders placed with Russian online retailers and marketplaces.
  

How does it work?

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

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• use your phone to scan your passport;
  
• take a photo of yourself;
  
• go through a fast identity verification procedure. Your personal details is processed automatically, and no text messages sent to a Russian phone number are required.
  

Deposit money into your account using a bank card issued outside Russia or a payment service available in a supported country before traveling to Russia.

Use the service to pay for purchases:

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• In physical locations: scan the QR code at the checkout. Internet access via Wi-Fi or a mobile network must be available.
  
• For online payments: pay in online stores and reserve accommodation and purchase tickets straight from the mobile app.
  

Why is the service so useful?

PayInRussia has been designed specifically for international tourists:

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• you do not need to be a resident of the Russian Federation;
  
• you do not have to set up an account with a Russian bank;
  
• you can avoid visiting banks or foreign exchange offices;
  
• you can sign up and fund your balance before your trip;
  
• you can easily pay for purchases using your smartphone;
  
• the service is ideal for both brief and long-term journeys.
  

How can you start using the service? Just follow three simple steps:

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2. Install the application on your mobile phone.
   
3. Fund your account using an internationally issued bank card.
   
4. Use the service to pay for purchases while in Russia: start the mobile app, tap the QR code icon, and use your camera to scan the code at the payment terminal. The money will be withdrawn from your balance instantly.