Subscribe to Claude Pro with a virtual card
No international bank card? Get a ScarabPay virtual Visa card, top it up with USDT and activate your Claude subscription in minutes.
Why your card gets declined on Claude
Most failed Claude payments come down to one of these three reasons, and each one has a simple fix.
Your local card blocks foreign payments
Many local bank cards refuse online payments to companies abroad, so the charge fails before it even reaches Claude.
A ScarabPay virtual card is made for international online payments.
Not enough balance after conversion
The subscription is billed in US dollars. If your card is in another currency, conversion and bank fees can push the total above your balance.
Your card is in USD and you top it up with the exact amount you need.
Billing details do not match
A different name or country on the payment form than on the card can make the payment get flagged and declined.
Your card details are shown clearly in your account, ready to copy.
How to pay for Claude step by step
- 1
Create your ScarabPay account
Sign up on the web or in the Android app and verify your identity.
- 2
Top up with USDT
Deposit USDT to your ScarabPay balance from any wallet or exchange.
- 3
Issue a virtual card
Choose the reusable virtual card and fund it with a little more than the subscription price.
- 4
Open Claude billing
Sign in at claude.ai, open Settings, go to Billing and pick the plan you want to upgrade to.
- 5
Enter your card details
Copy the card number, expiry date and CVV from your ScarabPay account, using the same name as on your account.
- 6
Confirm the subscription
Confirm the payment and your plan is activated right away.
Which ScarabPay card should you use?
Virtual
Claude renews your subscription automatically every month, so you need a card you can top up again. The reusable virtual card stays active and you add balance before each renewal.
Lite
Lite is a one-time card for a single purchase. It cannot be reloaded, so the next monthly renewal would fail.
Tips so your payment goes through
- Keep a little extra balance on the card to cover the monthly renewal.
- Top up the card a day before your renewal date.
- Use the same name on Claude as on your ScarabPay account.
Frequently asked questions
Does the subscription renew automatically from the card?
Yes. Claude charges the saved card at the start of each billing period. Keep enough balance on your virtual card before the renewal date.
What should I do if I see "Your card was declined"?
Check that the card has enough balance in US dollars, that the name matches and that you used the reusable virtual card, not Lite. Then try again. If it still fails, contact support from your account.
Can I pay for Claude Max with the same card?
Yes. The card works for any plan available to you in Claude billing, as long as it holds enough balance for that plan.
How do I cancel the automatic renewal?
In Claude, open Settings, then Billing, and cancel your plan. Your access stays active until the end of the period you already paid for.
Can I use the same card for other AI tools?
Yes. One virtual card can pay for ChatGPT, Midjourney, Canva and other services, as long as it has enough balance for each charge.
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Ready to subscribe to Claude?
Create your account, top up with USDT and get your virtual card in minutes.
Claude is a trademark of Anthropic. ScarabPay is not affiliated with or endorsed by Anthropic. Claude subscriptions are available only in the countries Anthropic supports, and the current price is shown on the Claude billing page. Visa is a registered trademark of Visa International Service Association. Mastercard is a registered trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay and all other brand names belong to their respective owners and are shown only to describe where cards can be used; they do not imply endorsement. Card availability, fees and limits are shown in your account and may change.