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Russia emerged as a major crypto hub in Europe after President Vladimir Putin signed a law in July 2020 legalizing digital financial asset (DFA) transactions. Since then, the country has made significant progress in the digital asset space.
Now, in 2025, Russia is strengthening its position further by introducing stricter laws aimed at building a comprehensive regulatory framework. These new rules are designed to balance innovation with security, supporting the growth of a robust crypto ecosystem.
July 7, 2025 – National Registry for Cryptocurrency Mining Equipment
June 9, 2025 – Bill to Increase the Fine for Illegal Crypto
June 9, 2025 – Bill to Increase the Fine for Illegal Crypto
May 26, 2025– Ban on Tether in Russia
May 19, 2025- Draft Bill: Crypto asset as property
Mar 12, 2025- Three-year framework for crypto
March 2025– EU sanctions crypto exchange Garantex
January 2025– Strengthening crypto regulations
The cryptocurrencies in Russia are primarily overseen by the Bank of Russia, which is working on tightening the crypto rules in 2025. It modified some existing rules while introducing a few new ones to facilitate security and stability.
On May 28, the Bank of Russia introduced a new crypto law while stating–
“Financial institutions may offer qualified investors financial derivatives, securities, and digital financial assets whose yields are linked to cryptocurrency prices.”
Additionally, the Russian government also legalized crypto mining and introduced a new tax legislation for crypto miners. Initially, the bill was introduced in November 2024 and took effect in 2025. However, crypto mining remains banned in some places, such as the North Caucasus and the occupied territories of Ukraine.
The new cryptocurrency tax law came into effect from 1st January 2025, as the parliament of Russia passed a federal bill on November 27th, 2024.
Category | Crypto Tax | Tax rate |
Individuals | Income tax on crypto sales | 13% on 2.4 million & 15% on over 2.4 million |
Mining (individuals) | Income tax on crypto | 13% on 2.4 million & 15% on over 2.4 million |
Mining (corporate) | No VAT, only corporate tax applied | 25% corporate tax |
Foreign entities | 2-stage taxation- on receipt and on crypto sale | 20%-25% corporate tax |
Individuals and corporate | Tax exemption if unreported | Earning below 50,000 rubles |
Mining | VAT exemption | Sale cuts cost by 18% on legal platforms |
Reporting | FTS on Form 3-NDFL or Corporate forms | April 30 each year |
Mining reporting | Monthly report | By the 20th online |
Penalty | Missing deadline | 5,000 to 40,000 rubles + 20% yearly interest |
Penalty | Hidden crypto | 60% tax or jail |
Russia has revised its existing crypto laws and introduced stricter regulations to combat crypto-related crimes. For instance, recent changes to crypto tax rules now include prison sentences for non-compliance.
These tougher penalties are aimed at deterring fraudsters and protecting users from scams. Overall, the new measures have made Russia’s regulatory framework more secure, helping to expand the crypto landscape with greater safety and accountability.
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