The retailer Sitilink has integrated digital ruble payments in all its physical stores. Customers can make purchases using Sberbank POS terminals, which support the new payment method. This integration follows the the Central Bank of Russia's transition of the digital ruble into a full payment instrument as of September 1, 2026.
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The service is currently available to Android smartphone users, as updated banking apps for iOS are not yet available in the App Store. For businesses, transaction fees are zero until the end of 2026. For citizens, transfers and payments are free of charge, with funds stored on the Bank of Russia's platform, which provides a 100% state guarantee.
