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How to open a company for trading via marketplaces

Opening a company for trading through marketplaces is a process that requires a careful approach and knowledge of the law. It includes several stages, starting with the choice of an organizational and legal form and ending with registration with the tax service. Step-by-step instructions will help to understand the nuances…

Oct, 16 2024
How to Invest in Russia: A Complete Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Investing in Russia presents a plethora of opportunities for foreign entrepreneurs and investors, driven by the country’s abundant natural resources, a burgeoning consumer market, and a strategic geographical location that bridges Europe and Asia.

Oct, 16 2024
How to Obtain a Russian Business Visa: A Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs

Acquiring a Russian business visa represents a crucial milestone for foreign entrepreneurs eager to delve into the myriad opportunities presented by the expansive Russian market.

Oct, 16 2024
How Long Does It Take to Set Up an LLC? A Comprehensive Timeline for Entrepreneurs

When embarking on the journey of establishing a limited liability company (LLC), one of the first questions budding entrepreneurs ask is: how long does it take to set up a llc? The answer, much like any great business venture, is nuanced.

Oct, 16 2024
An LLC Operating Agreement: The Backbone of Your Business Empire

An LLC Operating Agreement is like the unsung hero in the LLC universe — working behind the scenes, ensuring that the business runs smoothly without much fanfare. In essence, it’s the document that dictates how the Limited Liability Company (LLC) is governed, laying down the law for internal processes, financial distributions, and, most critically, ownership rights.

Oct, 16 2024
Companies from friendly countries and BRICS: that are entering the Russian market

Who is currently investing in Russia The main investors to the Russian market are companies from Middle East (Turkey, UAE, Oman), Asia (Hong Kong, China) and CIS countries (Armenia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan). Often these are international divisions of Russian businesses, which were replaced by European firms with organizations from friendly…

Oct, 09 2024
Entrepreneurs will be able to send online appeals for consultations on business problems

A new service is available on the portal of state services (Gosuslugi) in the feedback section, which allows companies and individual entrepreneurs to address regional government authorities on their current problems. Responses from regional structures will be provided as soon as possible – depending on the complexity of the issue,…

Oct, 02 2024
Business inspections might be replaced with preventive visits

Recently, the business ombudsman’s office discussed with its participants at a round table on “Monitoring of control and supervisory activities. Interim results and current tasks” the idea of ​​replacing traditional inspections with preventive visits. This approach involves a transition from punitive measures to preventive ones, which will reduce administrative pressure…

Sep, 18 2024
The deadline for buying back assets blocked abroad will be extended until mid-October

On November 8, 2023, a decree was signed on the exchange of blocked Russian assets abroad for assets of foreign investors in Russia. This document introduced significant changes to the rules for handling blocked assets of Russian investors, especially those who own small portfolios. Since the beginning of 2022, Russian…

Sep, 11 2024
Foreigners will be able to receive a temporary residence without a quota for supporting traditional values

On August 19, a decree was adopted according to which foreign citizens who disagree with the moral policy of their countries will be able to obtain a temporary residence permit (TRP) in a simplified manner. Citizens of countries that pursue policies that contradict traditional Russian spiritual and moral values have…

Sep, 04 2024
Business share option: the subtleties of application and the reasons for contesting

An option is a financial instrument that grants the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a certain asset (for example, a share in a business) in the future at a predetermined price.  This is a kind of contractual insurance that allows you to protect your interests in…

Aug, 28 2024
Introduction of the Digital Ruble

The digital ruble is a digital currency issued by the Central Bank of Russia (or the Central Securities Exchange). It is an electronic equivalent of cash and money held in bank accounts, represented by a unique digital code stored in an electronic wallet hosted on a dedicated platform operated by…

Aug, 21 2024
How to Verify a Trademark Before Registration to Avoid Rejection

Trademark registration is a complicated process that requires significant time and knowledge of various aspects of the registration process. To ensure successful registration, it is essential to verify the uniqueness and compliance of a proposed trademark with legal requirements. A preliminary check of a trademark can help save time and…

Aug, 15 2024
How entrepreneurs on the simplified payment system will be required to pay VAT under special rules

The Ministry of Finance has proposed a tax reform to change the method of VAT payment. According to this proposal, organizations and individual entrepreneurs operating under the simplified tax system (STS) will be required to pay VAT on revenue exceeding 60 million rubles per annum. Under current legislation, entrepreneurs whose…

Aug, 07 2024
How to identify individuals’ affiliations and the risks associated with them

Affiliated individuals are those who have the potential to influence the activities of other organizations or individuals. These can include major transactions, changes in personnel, or the development of a strategic plan. The term “affiliation” originated in Russia in 1991 with the enactment of the “Competition Law,” which was subsequently…

Jul, 31 2024
The US Treasury Department has extended the opportunity for its citizens to make transactions in favor of Russian government agencies until October 9, 2024

The US Department of the Treasury has extended the validity of the document allowing payments to be made in favor of the Russian Federation. Such an extension may be the last due to the imminent entry into force of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation on the…

Jul, 24 2024