Banking Hours

Banks in Russia are generally open from 9 a.m. to 17 p.m., Monday to Friday. All the banks have a standard hour for lunch, which is usually from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. or from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Most banks are closed on Saturday and Sunday, as these days are common days-off in Russia. In most banks in larger cities, like St. Petersburg and Moscow, one can gain access to ATMs, cash traveler's checks and send or receive money. Many Russian banks house Western Union and MoneyGram offices. These popular companies allow you to send or get money very fast.