<br>Cards issued by foreign banks are not accepted in Russia. Once you cross the border, the convenience you are used to disappears: you can no longer easily pay for your coffee, request a cab, 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.<br>

<br>The answer to this problem is PayInRussia. This service allows international tourists to make payments for products and services in Russia through their smartphones. You can manage without cash or need to go to a bank.<br>

What can be paid for?

taxi trips and delivery services;
hotel stays and plane tickets;
coffee shops and restaurants;
stores and shopping malls;
tickets to museums and events;
orders placed with Russian online retailers and marketplaces.

How does it work?

<br>Register before your trip while you are still in your home country. To complete the registration:<br>

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

<br>Add funds to your balance using a card issued by a foreign bank or a payment service available in a supported country prior to your arrival in Russia.<br>

Use the service to pay for purchases:

At physical points of sale: scan the checkout QR code. An internet connection via Wi-Fi or mobile data is necessary.
On the internet: pay for orders in e-commerce stores and reserve accommodation and purchase tickets directly through the app.

Why is it convenient?

<br>PayInRussia has been designed with overseas visitors in mind:<br>

you do not have to become a resident of the Russian Federation;
you do not need to open 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 make convenient payments using your smartphone;
the service is ideal for short visits as well as longer stays.

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

Install the application on your mobile phone.
Add money to your balance using an internationally issued bank card.
Use the service to pay for purchases while in Russia: launch the application, press the QR payment icon, and use your camera to scan the code at the payment terminal. The money will be deducted from your balance immediately.