EVERYDAY ISSUES

 Banks, Credit Cards, Exchange

All credit cards issued by global payments solutions companies are valid in Russia. Russian Ruble is the only valid currency for the Russian Federation. An extensive network of bank-embedded and licensed exchange services is in place to convert between rubles and other currencies.

 Shopping

St. Petersburg’s best-known boutiques and shopping malls are located on and near the Nevsky Prospekt. Typical working hours are 10.00 a.m. - 08.00 p.m.

 Drivers’ Licenses

The Russian Federation acknowledges international drivers’ licenses issued by signatory nations of the UN Convention on International Road Traffic (1949). Use the right lane for driving.

 Electric Appliances

Russia uses the European electricity standard: 220V 50 Hz AC. The socket has two round pins.