In short
If your local card is declined when you upgrade to Claude Pro or Max, a US-issued virtual Visa or Mastercard is a common alternative. Yellowdotpay does not sell a Claude-specific card; we recommend our Mastercard USA ($100) or Visa USA ($150), which you buy with crypto and receive instantly. A card does not change which countries Claude is available in.
- US Visa or Mastercard for USD billing
- 3-year validity, no monthly fee
- Changeable billing address
- Pay for the card with crypto
- Card details available instantly
- Independent, not affiliated with Anthropic
Key facts
| Card type | Prepaid virtual card, reloadable |
|---|---|
| Monthly fee | None |
| Validity | 3 years (Mastercard USA and Visa USA) |
| Top-up fee | $2 per reload |
| Spending limit | Up to $50,000 |
| Billing address | Changeable |
| Statement | Card statement available |
| Where it works | Online payments only (no ATM or in-store) |
| Security | 3D Secure on eligible payments, freeze option |
| Pay with | BTC, USDT (TRC20/BEP20/ERC20), ETH, SOL, LTC, BNB, TON, TRX, BCH |
| Delivery | Instant, in My Cards |
Cards & prices
| Card | Type | Price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| MASTERCARD USA RELOADABLE | USA DEBIT BIN 527520 | $100.00 USD | 193 available |
| VISA CARD USA RELOADABLE | USA DEBIT BIN 434769 | $150.00 USD | 259 available |
How to buy
- Create a free account with your email and verify it.
- Deposit crypto from Deposit: pick a coin and network, send at least the minimum, and submit the transaction hash.
- Buy the card on its card page. The price is taken from your balance.
- Use it — open My Cards, tap Show Details and enter the number, expiry, CVV and billing details at checkout.
How to pay for Claude with a virtual card
- Check that Claude is offered in your country on Anthropic's supported-countries list.
- Buy a Mastercard USA or Visa USA card on Yellowdotpay and keep the balance above the plan price.
- Copy the card details and billing address from My Cards.
- In Claude, open the upgrade or billing settings, pick Pro or Max and enter the card and billing address exactly.
- Complete 3D Secure if prompted.
Claude plans and which card to load
Claude Pro and Max are billed in US dollars, monthly or yearly. Check the current price on Claude's upgrade page and load at least that amount, plus a small buffer for any conversion.
| Card | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Mastercard USA Reloadable | $100 | 3 years |
| Visa USA Reloadable | $150 | 3 years |
If Claude declines the card
| Likely cause | What to do |
|---|---|
| Billing address or postcode does not match | Enter the billing details exactly as shown for your card in My Cards. |
| 3D Secure step not finished | Complete the verification prompt. If no code arrives, contact our support before retrying. |
| Balance too low | Keep the balance above the charge plus any currency conversion. Some merchants place a small temporary hold first. |
| Merchant expects another card country or network | Switch between Mastercard USA and Visa USA. |
| Too many attempts in a row | Stop after two or three tries. Repeated declines can trigger fraud checks; wait and contact support. |
| Service not offered where you live | A card cannot change a merchant's country rules. Check the merchant's supported countries. |
We do not recommend VPNs, fake addresses or other ways of hiding your location. They break most merchants' terms and can get your account closed.
Claude is a product of Anthropic, which decides which cards and countries it accepts. Yellowdotpay is independent and not affiliated with Anthropic.
Crypto deposit options
| Coin / network | Minimum deposit | Deposit fee |
|---|---|---|
| TRX TRON | $10.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| BNB Bep20 | $30.00 USD | $0.40 USD |
| USDT BEP20 | $38.00 USD | No fee |
| USDT TRC20 | $40.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| ETHEREUM | $40.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| BCH | $50.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| SOLANA | $50.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| USDT ERC20 | $50.00 USD | $3.00 USD |
| BITCOIN | $50.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| LTC | $50.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
| Gram - Ton coin | $50.00 USD | $2.00 USD |
Send only the selected coin on the selected network. Network (gas) fees are paid by the sender.
Frequently asked questions
Does Yellowdotpay sell a Claude card?
There is no Claude-specific card. For Claude Pro or Max we suggest the Mastercard USA or Visa USA virtual cards.
Why is my card declined on Claude?
Common causes are a billing address mismatch, an unfinished 3D Secure step, a low balance, or a card country the payment processor does not accept. Fix the details and try once more, or contact support.
Can a virtual card unlock Claude in an unsupported country?
No. A card only handles payment. Claude's availability depends on Anthropic's supported-countries list.
Can I pay for the card with USDT?
Yes. You can fund your balance with USDT (TRC20, BEP20, ERC20), Bitcoin, Ethereum and other coins, then buy the card.
Will the card handle monthly renewals?
Yes, if the balance covers each renewal. Reload before the renewal date; each reload costs $2.
Is Yellowdotpay part of Anthropic?
No. Yellowdotpay is an independent virtual card provider.
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Questions? Contact our support team. Card acceptance is decided by each merchant; we never ask you to use false details or hide your location.