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How can you send money from Georgia to Russia?

Bank transfers, transfer services and bank restrictions.

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Short answer

Money usually goes from Georgia to Russia by bank transfer from a Georgian account to an account at a Russian bank that is not under sanctions, or through money transfer services. Many Georgian banks will not send funds to sanctioned banks, so check the recipient's bank details first. For large sums, the bank may ask for documents on the source of funds.

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Why

  1. Georgian banks follow international sanctions restrictions on transfers.
  2. Transfers in rubles and in dollars work differently, depending on the bank.
  3. Sending your own money is easier than forwarding a payment from a client or third party.

Details

Before transferring, ask your bank which Russian banks it sends to and what documents are needed. For small sums, carrying cash is sometimes simpler.

Tip

Check your Georgian bank's limits and fees for transfers to Russia in advance and have the recipient's full details ready.

What may differ

Fees and timing depend on the sending and receiving banks, and transfers to sanctioned banks don't go through.

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What actually happens

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The situation with transfers and banks was checked on October 3, 2026 and changes quickly. Check terms with your bank before sending.

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