FAQ · Q111
Will my foreign bank card work in Russia?
Foreign Visa/Mastercard may not work reliably in Russian shops or ATMs; check with your issuer and arrange lawful backup payment options before travel.
Do not assume your foreign Visa or Mastercard will work reliably in Russian shops or ATMs. Before travel, check with your card issuer about cross‑border acceptance and any geoblocking rules, and prepare lawful backup payment options (cash, a local bank card, or alternative wallets). Success buying through a foreign intermediary online does not guarantee the same card will be accepted for in‑country purchases or ATM withdrawals; test and confirm access before you go.
Check: Visa — operations in Russia · UK FCDO — Russia entry requirements