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How do I ask if a store accepts credit or debit cards

Must-Know Russian Phrases for Shopping in Russia: How do I ask if a store accepts credit or debit cards
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To ask if a store accepts credit or debit cards, a common and polite way to phrase the question is simply: “Do you accept credit or debit cards?” or “Can I pay with a credit or debit card?” In casual spoken form, one might ask, “Do you take cards?” or specify a card brand, such as “Do you accept Visa or MasterCard?” In German, a natural way to ask this would be “Kann ich mit Karte zahlen?” or “Nehmen Sie Visa?”. 1, 2, 6

This direct approach works well in most contexts—whether in person, on the phone, or via text/email—and is understood clearly without confusion. 2, 6

Summary:

  • English: “Do you accept credit or debit cards?” or “Can I pay with a card?”
  • Casual English: “Do you take cards?”
  • German: “Kann ich mit Karte zahlen?” or “Nehmen Sie Visa?”

These phrases are short, polite, and widely understood by retail and service businesses.

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