Foreign-issued bank cards cannot be used in Russia. Once you cross the border, the everyday convenience you normally enjoy disappears: you cannot simply purchase a cup of coffee, book a taxi, or buy a museum ticket. You have to look for a currency exchange bureau, bring physical money with you, and limit spontaneous purchases.

The solution is PayInRussia. This service enables visitors from other countries to pay for purchases and services in Russia through their smartphones. You do not have to carry cash or visit a bank branch.

What can be paid for?


cab rides and courier deliveries;
hotels and airline tickets;
cafés and restaurants;
stores and shopping malls;
admission to museums and various events;
orders from Russian online stores and marketplaces.


How can you use it?

Register before your trip while you are in your country of residence.