Almost all cities of Georgia DO NOT ACCEPT Sberbank, VTB, Tinkoff and other bank cards, the only exception is not and payment cards of the MIR system.
But there are no complaints about banks outside Russia and Belarus, as well as Visa, Mastercard and Chronopay payment systems, they are guaranteed to be used.
It is worth clarifying that in all cases of cash withdrawal from the card, you will definitely have to pay a commission.
There is often a double commission at ATMs in Georgia, so in the end it may turn out to be a completely unsuccessful course. I recommend checking with the bank whose card you have issued.
The first type of commission is described above. The second one is connected with the owner of the ATM where you will withdraw funds. ATMs of the Bank of Georgia company not so long ago began to charge a commission for their services in the amount of GEL 3. Some tourists claim that TBC ATMs and Liberty Bank they do not charge a commission for the time of withdrawing money from the card.
An interesting and useful nuance is that it is better not to withdraw money from ATMs immediately in lari. There are two types of ATMs of TBC Bank in Georgia: those that offer money in lari and euros, and those that give out lari and dollars.
Therefore, before issuing, the mechanism will definitely offer you in which currency to withdraw money. Moreover, many ATMs on the street have menus in Russian or English. In this case, it is best to choose dollars or euros in the form of currency, and then exchange them for lari at the money changers on the street. It will be much more profitable this way!
The only hope for Russian tourists in Georgia remains the international payment system UnionPay, which was founded in China and currently operates in 180 countries around the world. Despite the fact that the card was issued to citizens in Russia, it should work quickly and safely in Tbilisi.
UnionPay ATMs and terminals can be found on the official website of the payment system, there are more than 400 of them throughout Georgia. Most of all, Liberty Bank branches accept their cards for cash withdrawals in Georgian lari. Thus, an excellent option is to issue an individual account in Russia and come to Georgia with a physical card.
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Спасибо за то, что поделились такой информацией! Теперь у меня есть более ясное представление о том, как лучше всего организовать свои финансовые операции во время путешествия по Грузии. Надеюсь, что этот опыт сделает мою поездку более гладкой и комфортной.
Most Sberbank clients who are used to an extensive ATM network and access to cash in Russia may be disappointed to learn that it is not possible to withdraw cash from a Sberbank card in Georgia. This is due to various factors, including technical limitations, specifics of interaction between banks in different countries and legislation.
Instead of withdrawing cash from a Sberbank card in Georgia, it is recommended to turn to alternative options for getting money. First of all, you can use currency exchange at reliable exchange offices, banks or currency exchange offices at the airport. This will avoid the problems associated with not being able to withdraw money from your card.
Also, before the trip you should contact the bank to clarify the possible fees for using the card abroad and other peculiarities, related to its use in foreign countries. This will allow you to be aware of the limitations and avoid unpleasant situations.
Ultimately, understanding the restrictions on withdrawing cash from a Sberbank card in Georgia will help us plan our trip more consciously and avoid possible inconveniences. It is important to always be prepared for such nuances and take appropriate measures to enjoy a safe and comfortable trip.
Но вообще рекомендую ездить через агентство либо через туроператора и оплачивать основную стоимость отдыха заранее и дома. А брать с собой деньги только на экскурсии и свои хотелки.