FAQ · Q062
Why does my foreign card fail on a Russian website?
Foreign‑issued Visa/Mastercard often aren’t processed by some Russian networks; declines can also stem from issuer blocks, 3‑D Secure failures or merchant limits—check accepted cards and ask support.
A foreign Visa or Mastercard can fail on a Russian site because many Russian payment networks do not process cards issued abroad. However, a specific decline may also be caused by issuer blocks, failed 3‑D Secure authentication, or merchant restrictions. Check the seller’s listed accepted cards and contact their support or your bank for the exact decline reason before trying an alternative payment method.
Check: Visa — operations in Russia · UK FCDO — Russia entry requirements