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Avior Prohibited Activities

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Avior, together with its issuing bank and payment partners, is committed to upholding high standards of compliance, safety, and integrity. This Prohibited Activities list outlines the categories of business activities, spending behaviors, and geographic locations that are either limited or prohibited when using Avior's services. It applies to all Avior partners, platforms, and end users (e.g., cardholders and account holders).

I. Account Prohibitions

A. Avior accounts (including virtual accounts and payment services) cannot be opened or used by end users residing in, or entities incorporated or operating in, the following countries: Afghanistan; Belarus; Central African Republic; China (Mainland); Cuba; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Eritrea; Guinea-Bissau; Iran; Iraq; Lebanon; Libya; Mali; Myanmar; Nicaragua; North Korea; Russia; Somalia; South Sudan; Sudan; Syria; Ukraine (Russian-occupied territories); Venezuela; Yemen; Zimbabwe.

Avior does not support account access in jurisdictions that present heightened legal, regulatory, or sanctions risks. End users in countries listed on international watchlists (e.g., FATF Grey List) require case-by-case review and explicit compliance approval. Politically exposed persons, their immediate family members, and their close associates cannot currently be onboarded. Card issuance is subject to the additional country restrictions in Section II: residents of some countries may be able to open an account but not receive a card.

B. Avior accounts cannot be opened by entities engaged in the following types of businesses under any circumstances:

  1. Businesses involved in illegal or highly regulated activities, including but not limited to: (a) illegal or controlled substance manufacturing or distribution, including drug paraphernalia, SARMs, peptides, and pseudo-pharmaceuticals; (b) human trafficking, escort services, or mail-order bride operations; (c) sale of counterfeit or unauthorized goods, or intellectual property infringement; (d) pyramid schemes, Ponzi schemes, multilevel marketing (MLM), or other deceptive practices; (e) production or distribution of illegal or protected digital content (e.g., child exploitation material); (f) illegal gambling or unlicensed gambling and betting operations.
  2. Unlicensed money services businesses (MSBs), nested banking or nested payment processing operations.
  3. Investment or credit services.
  4. Check cashing services.
  5. Bail bond services.
  6. Collections agencies.
  7. Physical cash collection or processing.
  8. Weapons, arms dealing or manufacturing, firearms, munitions, explosives, or fireworks.
  9. Adult content, services, or classifieds.
  10. Hate groups, or businesses promoting intolerance, violence, or hatred.
  11. Trade in endangered or protected animals and wildlife.
  12. Abortion-related services.
  13. Direct marketing.

C. Avior accounts cannot be used for any of the following types of activities:

  1. Unlicensed or illegal gambling and betting.
  2. Drug-related transactions, including controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, SARMs, peptides, and pseudo-pharmaceuticals.
  3. Transactions on dark web marketplaces or for hacking, cybercrime, or theft-related services.
  4. Predatory lending, deceptive credit repair, or abusive debt-related services.
  5. Unlicensed providers of licensed activities, including illegal cryptocurrency sales.
  6. Weapons, firearms, munitions, explosives, or fireworks (where restricted).
  7. Poisonous or hazardous materials without proper regulatory clearance.
  8. Espionage equipment and signal jammers or blockers.
  9. Escort services or similar platforms.
  10. Adult content, services, or classifieds.
  11. Downloading, streaming, or distributing illegal or protected digital content.
  12. Counterfeit goods, materials, or intellectual property infringement.
  13. Trade in human remains or body parts.
  14. Materials or activities promoting intolerance, violence, or hatred.
  15. Purchase or trade of endangered species or wildlife products.
  16. Abortion-related services.
  17. Direct marketing.

II. Cardholder Prohibitions

A. Avior cards cannot be issued to cardholders residing or registered in the following countries: Belarus; China (Mainland); Cuba; India; Iran; Iraq; Israel; Myanmar; Nepal; Nicaragua; North Korea; Russia; Syria; Turkey; Ukraine; Venezuela; Vietnam.

Avior does not support onboarding or card use in jurisdictions that present heightened legal, regulatory, or sanctions risks. Cardholders in countries listed on international watchlists (e.g., FATF Grey List) require case-by-case review and explicit compliance approval.

B. Avior cards cannot be issued to entities engaged in the following types of businesses under any circumstances:

  1. Businesses involved in illegal or highly regulated activities, including but not limited to: (a) distribution of illegal substances or controlled drugs without proper licensing; (b) human trafficking, prostitution, or escort services; (c) sale of counterfeit or unauthorized goods; (d) pyramid schemes, Ponzi schemes, or other deceptive practices; (e) production or distribution of illegal digital content (e.g., child exploitation).
  2. Political campaign fundraising or donation platforms.

C. Avior cards may be issued to entities with the following business models, subject to enhanced review and approval (e.g., evidence of licensing, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls):

  1. Money Service Businesses (MSBs) and remittance services.
  2. Cryptocurrency platforms and exchanges.
  3. Charities and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  4. Precious metals dealers.
  5. Online content or creator platforms (e.g., subscription-based streaming or tipping).
  6. Regulated gambling or fantasy sports operations.

III. Spending Prohibitions

A. Avior cards cannot be used for spending in the following countries: Cuba; Iran; North Korea; Russia; Syria; Ukraine; Venezuela.

Card usage is prohibited in each of the countries listed above, regardless of whether the cardholder is an entity or an individual.

B. Avior cards cannot be used for any of the following types of purchases:

  1. Purchase or trade of digital currencies.
  2. Drug-related purchases, including marijuana, cannabis, CBD, and black-market items.
  3. Payments on dark web marketplaces or for hacking/cybercrime services.
  4. Internet pharmacies that are unlicensed or operate outside regulated jurisdictions.
  5. Firearms, ammunition, or explosives.
  6. Hazardous materials and chemicals without proper regulatory clearance.
  7. Escort services or similar platforms.
  8. Unlicensed or illegal auction sites.
  9. Unregulated lending or payday loan services.
  10. Data brokerage services, especially involving unauthorized personal data.
  11. Purchase or trade of endangered species or wildlife products.