NeoPass Introduces a Compliant Way To Buy Crypto in CIS

TheNewsCryptoPublished on 2026-03-20Last updated on 2026-03-20

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NeoPass has launched a compliant solution for users in CIS countries and the ruble zone to purchase cryptocurrencies using rubles directly from a bank card or account, eliminating the need for P2P services. The service supports both centralized and decentralized platforms, with transactions typically completing in 3–4 minutes. Built on a regulated banking model with a licensed partner, it includes mandatory AML checks to ensure regulatory compliance. The company aims to reduce operational risks and provide a transparent, legally sound framework for crypto purchases, with plans to expand support for additional local currencies and integrate with more international exchanges in the region.

NeoPass announces the launch of a compliant solution for funding crypto exchanges with rubles across CIS countries and the broader ruble zone. The new product enables users to purchase digital assets directly from a bank card or account, without relying on P2P services or intermediary schemes. The company is also working on expanding support for additional local currencies in its operating regions to provide broader and more convenient access to digital asset infrastructure.

The solution enables direct deposits to crypto exchange accounts and is suitable for both centralized platforms and decentralized protocols. The most favorable exchange conditions are available via QR-code payments, while the full transaction cycle – from request creation to funds arriving at a blockchain address – takes on average 3–4 minutes. The infrastructure is built on a regulated banking model with a licensed financial partner. Transactions are processed through a digital asset provider in compliance with applicable regulations, and all transfers undergo mandatory AML checks.

“Today the market needs more than just convenient on-ramps – it needs compliant and resilient infrastructure. NeoPass combines banking rails, compliance, and technology into a unified product for users in the ruble zone,” said the CPO of NeoPass.

The launch of NeoPass sets a new standard for on-ramps in the CIS and ruble-zone markets. The product reduces operational and regulatory risks, minimizes the likelihood of account restrictions, and ensures a transparent, legally compliant framework. This solution is particularly relevant amid the rapid growth of the digital asset industry, as it addresses regulatory concerns and aligns fully with existing legal requirements.

Funds credited via NeoPass can be used for exchange trading and further activity in DeFi protocols. In the near future, the company plans to expand integrations with international crypto exchanges operating in the CIS region.

NeoPass is a fintech solution building infrastructure for digital asset operations and providing regulated access to the crypto market for users in the ruble zone and CIS region.

Website: https://neopass.me
Media contact: info@neopass.me

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