Resident card of the Murmansk region: everything you need to know about the new service
Residents of the region can now apply for a single card that combines many functions. Website karta51. ru provides official information on this issue. Here you can find out how to access benefits and bonuses from project partners. This is convenient, because you no longer need to carry a bunch of different plastic cards with you or remember the numbers of each of them.
What card options are available?
The project offers two main types of cards. The first is a bank card from partners. They are issued by such large banks as VTB, Sberbank and Sovcombank. The main feature of such cards is that they provide not only standard financial opportunities, but also allow beneficiaries to receive payments. Plus, there is cashback and promotions from the Mir payment system. The second option is a non-financial card. It is intended for those who are studying and have not yet reached 18 years of age, as well as for preferential categories of citizens who have an ESPB. With this card you can pay for transport fares and enjoy bonuses from local partners.
Who can become the owner of the card?
To receive a bank card, you need to meet several conditions. Firstly, you must have registration in the Murmansk region. Secondly, age matters. For cards from VTB and Sberbank, the threshold is 14 years. But for a card from Sovcombank you need to be an adult, that is, over 18 years old. Students under 18 years of age can apply for a non-financial card. The obtaining process is quite simple. You need to come to one of the pick-up points that are marked on the map on the website. There you can also see a list of places where cards are issued throughout the region.
How long does registration take?
The timing depends on which card you choose. If we are talking about VTB Bank, then you will have to wait about 14 days from the date of submission of the application. Sovcombank works faster - receipt is possible in just 15 minutes after completing the application. For those who already have a Sberbank card, the process is simplified as much as possible. If this is a valid card, then everything will take literally 5 minutes through the mobile application. A new card at a Sberbank branch will be ready in 10 days.
What documents are needed?
Only two documents. Passport and SNILS. No certificates from work or place of study will be required. This makes the procedure as fast and comfortable as possible for residents.
Promotions and partners
The project is actively developing. More and more new companies are joining it. Partners include banks, supermarkets, sports stores, fitness centers, cinemas and even libraries. The resident card replaces the loyalty cards of popular retail chains.Now at the checkout you don’t need to look for the required plastic card; you just need to show the single card of a resident of the Murmansk region. Is there a virtual card? Not at the moment, but the developers say that work in this direction is already underway. So perhaps a digital version will be available soon. You can top up your non-financial card account online. For this purpose, the EKZh MO transport application is used. It is enough to know only the card number. Payment is accepted by Visa, MasterCard and Mir cards. This is very convenient, especially if you forgot your cash at home. What to do if the card is lost or stolen? You need to immediately call the operator’s hotline. They will give recommendations for recovery. There is no need to panic, the procedure is standard and proven. The old social card 51 is replaced with a new EKZH automatically upon expiration of the old card. Functionality is completely preserved, so there is nothing to worry about.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
How to get a card?
You need to come to the issuing point with your passport and SNILS. The list of points is on the karta51 website. ru.
What documents are needed for registration?
Only a passport and SNILS. No additional information is required.
How long does it take to issue a card?
From 15 minutes (Sovcombank) to 14 days (VTB). For existing Sberbank cards - 5 minutes through the application.
Is there a virtual card?
Not yet, but work is underway in this direction.
How to top up a non-financial card?
Through the EKZh MO transport application from a card of any bank. All you need is the card number.
What to do if you lose your card?
You must contact the Card Operator via the Hotline to receive recommendations for recovery.
Contact information: Hotline: 8 800 200 60 05 Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 9:30-16:00.