OREANDA-NEWS. Sberbank of Russia announced a new partnership with the American Express payment system to expand the network of accepting payments using American Express cards at Sberbank's points of sale throughout Russia. This was reported in the press release of the state bank.

Under the new agreement, Sberbank corporate customers will be able to accept American Express cards for payment online and at points of sale. In addition, American Express cardholders will be able to withdraw cash from a wide network of Sberbank ATMs. According to Sberbank Deputy Chairman Svetlana Kirsanova, the bank’s partnership with American Express will also be useful for tourists coming to Russia. If necessary, American Express cardholders can quickly withdraw cash from Sberbank ATMs almost anywhere in Russia.

Holders of our cards will be able to use them in a much larger number of places, and American Express will be able to expand its premium segment and international business among Russian companies thanks to the advantages of the American Express network", commented Pierik Becker, president of the American Express global network.