- BIST10011,585-1.16%
- USD49.45+0.05%
- EUR55.62+0.37%
- GOLD4,189.00+0.19%
- INTEREST37.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN82,250+0.29%
- October 19, 202617°
- BIST10011,585-1.16%
- USD49.45+0.05%
- EUR55.62+0.37%
- GOLD4,189.00+0.19%
- INTEREST37.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN82,250+0.29%
- October 19, 202617°
R8
Russia · Money, Banking and Daily Life
Money and cards under sanctions, bank accounts, phone line registration, renting a home, driver's licenses, and internet restrictions.
Topics in this section
- R8.1 Money under sanctions: cards, transfers, and the Mir systemCross-border payments cannot be made in Russia with Visa and Mastercard cards issued in Türkiye. Here you can find essential information about Mir, money transfers, cash foreign-currency rules, and banks' practices for stopping transfers.
- R8.2 Opening a bank account as a foreignerForeigners can open a bank account in Russia by complying with the rules and the bank's document requirements. As a rule, the account is opened in person at a branch, and deposits are insured up to 1,400,000 rubles per bank.
- R8.3 Mobile phone line (SIM) registration and new rulesFor foreigners to obtain a SIM card in Russia, a verified Gosuslugi account, biometric data, СНИЛС, and an in-person application at the operator's store are required. New rules apply to the number of lines, transfers, and security.
- R8.4 Renting a home in RussiaWhen renting a home in Russia, make a written agreement and specify the deposit and termination conditions. Discuss migration registration with the landlord and complete your registration within 7 business days after arrival.
- R8.5 Driving in Russia with a Turkish driving licenceYou may drive in Russia with a new-type Turkish driving licence if you comply with the age and category rules. After obtaining a residence permit or citizenship, you must obtain a Russian driving licence within 1 year, and you must use a Russian driving licence for professional driving.
- R8.6 Internet restrictions and prohibited platformsInternet and social media use in Russia is subject to rules concerning access blocks, extremist content, symbols, VPN advertising, and public posts. The rules will change on November 3, 2026.
Last reviewed October 17, 2026. This content is general information, not legal advice.