New Rules for Cryptocurrencies and Digital Rights in Russia Effective September 1, 2026
As of September 1, 2026, updated regulations for cryptocurrencies and digital rights will come into force in Russia. The changes affect digital depositories, crypto exchanges, investors, and operators working with digital assets, according to Federal Law No. 283-FZ and No. 282-FZ dated August 4, 2026. Cryptocurrencies and digital rights cannot be used as a means of payment for goods, services, or intellectual property results. The new infrastructure includes financial organizations, crypto exchanges, and digital depositories. Cryptocurrencies will be exchangeable for securities and digital instruments issued under Russian law. Non-qualified investors will be able to purchase liquid cryptocurrencies after testing and within limits set by the Bank of Russia. Qualified investors will have access to all cryptocurrencies without restrictions, also after testing. Exporters and importers will be able to use cryptocurrencies for cross-border settlements without restrictions. Residents will be able to conduct cryptocurrency transactions outside of Russia and transfer it abroad through regulated intermediaries, notifying tax authorities. Russian digital rights can now be issued on public networks, and transactions with digital assets are permitted through intermediaries and organized trading.
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