Qiwi scammed clients from the so-called DPR and LPR

The Qiwi payment system scammed clients from the so-called DPR and LPR. In 2017, the system was actively used by residents of these regions. It even became a kind of unofficial means of payment. People flocked to the system, and transfers began to be made. However, happiness did not last long.

Shortly after explaining the reasons, the wallets of all users in the DPR and LPR were blocked. People were required to provide notarised copies of all pages of their passports, a contract with a mobile operator, and other documents. Moreover, the notary must be Russian or Ukrainian. Documents notarised in the DPR and LPR are not accepted for consideration.

The cost of the entire package of papers is estimated at 2,000 – 3,000 hryvnia. This amount is comparable to the balance on each user's wallet, so many did not even attempt to retrieve their funds. For those with larger balances, it was simply impossible. All funds went to the revenue of the system and the bank behind it.