Troika Top Up
Your Essential Moscow Transit Companion
• The Troika card is the universal payment method for Moscow’s extensive public transportation network, including the Metro, buses, trams, and trolleybuses.
• Beyond transit, the card is also accepted for various city services, such as the Moscow Zoo and municipal bike-sharing programs.
Core Functionality
• Instantly check your current Troika card balance directly from your smartphone.
• Purchase and activate transit tickets online, writing them directly to your card using your device's NFC technology.
• Manage over 90 different ticket categories, including passes for the Moscow Central Diameters (MCD), Moscow Central Ring (MCR), and subsidized social cards for students and essential workers.
• Utilize the "electronic purse" feature to top up specific monetary amounts for flexible travel.
Important Technical Requirements
• Interaction requires an NFC-enabled smartphone.
• Please note that due to specific hardware limitations, not all NFC-equipped devices are capable of reading the contactless chips used in Troika cards.
• Electronic tickets are physically stored on the card's internal memory; therefore, your device must maintain a stable NFC connection throughout the writing process.
• Locate your phone’s internal NFC antenna—refer to your device manual to ensure proper alignment when holding the card against the back of your phone.
Security and Payment Process
• Securely input your bank card details for transactions.
• We do not store your sensitive financial data on our servers.
• Payment is only processed after the successful completion of the ticket-writing process.
• If the card is removed or the connection is interrupted before the data transfer is verified, no funds will be charged to your bank account.
Stay mobile
• Keep your transit access updated with ease.
• This application is the definitive tool for Moscow commuters, designed to streamline your travel experience by eliminating the need for physical ticket office queues.
FAQ
Q: Can I check my card balance using my mobile phone?
A: Yes, you can instantly check your current Troika card balance directly from your smartphone at any time, provided your device is equipped with NFC technology.
Q: Do I need any specific hardware to top up my card online?
A: To interact with your card, you must use a smartphone that features NFC functionality. Please be aware that because of specific hardware limitations, not every NFC-equipped device is capable of reading the particular contactless chips used in Troika cards.
Q: How do I physically interact with the card using my phone?
A: You need to locate your phone’s internal NFC antenna, as this is where the card must be placed. We recommend checking your device’s manual to ensure you have proper alignment when holding the card against the back of your phone.
Version History
v3.19.95——2 Jul 2026
Instantly check & top up the balance of your Moscow Troika card. Simple & Easy. Download the latest version of Troika Top Up to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*3.19.95
This update focuses on stability and usability.
Improved social card handling, top-up recording, and compatibility with certain devices.
Also includes minor UI refinements.
*3.19.74
- Улучшили чтение карт и запись билетов на «капризных» устройствах
- Скорректировали отображение информации о текущих и продлённых билетах
- Оптимизировали оплату через СБП, в т. ч. поиск по списку банков
- Постарались улучшить работу приложения при нестабильном интернете (работу в лифте и на парковке не обещаем, но в целом должно стать надёжнее)
- Мелкие улучшения под капотом (невидимые глазу, но важные и полезные)
*3.19.72-hms
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
