The operator of the Mir payment system has approved the use of its terminals by Russian banks for payments abroad. I told you this RBC President of the National Payment Card System (NSCP) Vladimir Komlev at the Finopolis forum.
“The introduction of payment QR codes by Russian fintech companies and banks or the organization of payments through POS terminals abroad does not generally contradict Russian legislation (RF – socialbites.ca) and the rules of the Mir payment system. <…> In general, we support decisions aimed at improving cross-border operations,” said the NSPK chairman.
According to him, if a customer uses a QR code or payment link in another country, then the transaction is mainly carried out in Russia. However, he noted that additional clarification may be needed if the transactions take place through POS terminals or foreign websites.
Before that, it was known that there were Russian Mir cards. accepted In much of Venezuela, including the capital Caracas.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation at the beginning of September said About plans to introduce “World” cards in Southeast Asian countries. We are primarily talking about China and India, as well as some other countries in the region.
Previously the website of the Mir payment system operator subject to cyber attack.