Recent content by RedGeorge

I have transferred money from accounts in 5 or 6 other countries including the US without problem. Actually, I did have one of the US banks that I was working with tell me they don’t do business nor will transfer anything to Russia, so I transferred the funds to another US account and made the...

Yes, you can get money into your Russian accounts. They offer ruble, US$, and € accounts. You can get whatever card you like. I would not choose Mir or Maestro. Stick to Visa and MC and yes they work outside the country. Alfa’s online and mobile apps are good and useful but only in Russian...

Just a quick response…. Yes, as stated above it is quite simple if you are physically at the branch upon opening. Yes, Sberbank too. And yes, even for Americans. Also opening deposit is minimal if any at all is required. Maybe 1000 rubles.. You can also get Euro, US$, and Ruble accounts...

Thank you all! Yes Cyprus is running extensive du diligence on my one business partner and I in that venture as they are concerned with the high risk business, me being American in Russia, they are concerned we might be PEPs etc so have hired an accountant there to complete the due diligence...

And to answer CaptK’s question ... I am currently located in Russia

Yes, I am asking... I have “guys” that have given me recommendations but I figure people here might have some insight. While I might have answers given to me by others they aren’t necessarily the “right” answer. Slightly off-topic I saw in another thread people talking about Cyprus and where...

Almost forgot... I am not in the US currently and my bank there requires an in-person visit for anything like this. I had to fly last year just to show my face to clear a transaction. Super stupid and a waste of time and money....

Hi. First post here so thanks for having me. I’ll do my searching and reading but want to get my specific scenario and question posted. I am an American. I have a US LLC (since 2015). I work in the defense and security industry. I consult and advise Presidents, PMs, MPs, royal families...