🇷🇺 Moscow

Cryptocurrency activities in Russia are under significant regulatory restrictions, with the Federal Law on Digital Currency 2024 providing the legal framework. The Central Bank of Russia maintains a cautious stance, emphasizing financial stability and inflation control.

Overview

StatusRestricted
Risk Score55/100 (High Risk)
Regioneurope
CurrencyRUB

Tax

VAT on CryptoNo

Licensing

RequiredYes
RegulatorBank of Russia / MinFin
FrameworkFederal Law on Digital Currency 2024
EaseN/A
CostN/A

DeFi

Status: Restricted

DeFi activities may face restrictions under existing financial regulations

Stablecoins

Status: no_rules

No specific stablecoin framework; general financial regulations may apply

NFTs

Status: no_rules

No specific NFT regulation; may be subject to existing financial rules

Mining

LegalYes
Electricity$0.15/kWh
Renewable30%
Infrastructuregood

Mining is legal but heavily regulated and restricted under current laws. Electricity costs are relatively high compared to global averages.

Geopolitics

Stabilitymoderate
SanctionsYes
Corruption Index29/100
Banking Accessrestricted

Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map

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