02Nov

Upcoming tax changes in Russia: what awaits business in 2026

The State Duma is considering a large-scale bill from the Ministry of Finance. The proposed changes will significantly tighten the tax conditions for small and medium-sized businesses: many companies will lose the right to special tax regimes (SST, PST) and become VAT payers, and the burden on insurance premiums will increase. Businesses should start preparing […]

Posted by Awara
On November 2, 2025

06Oct

Employer of Record in Russia: A Complete Guide for International Companies in 2025

Expanding into Russia offers access to a skilled workforce, strategic location, and new market opportunities. But it also comes with challenges: the need to have a local presence, complex labor laws, payroll administration, and compliance with local tax rules. This is where an Employer of Record (EOR) becomes the ideal solution. By partnering with a […]

Posted by Awara
On October 6, 2025

02Sep

Accounting – Outsourcing vs. In-house

What’s the best solution for you and your business when looking for accounting, tax reporting and other compliance procedures in Russia? It’s not a one-fits-all option when it comes to different business practices, set-ups, budgets and corporate culture. With decades of experience with international and Russian companies of all sizes and from various industries, we’ve […]

Posted by Awara
On September 2, 2025

12Aug

Changes in Corporate Legislation in Russia

As of August 1, 2025, joint-stock companies and LLC companies consisting of one person may be the only participants in other business entities, unless otherwise established by law. This was previously prohibited. As of September 1, 2025, the charter of an LLC may specify that the pre-emptive right to purchase a share cannot be used […]

Posted by Awara
On August 12, 2025

07Aug

Customs – Import & Export

The following article is an excerpt from Awara Doing Business in Russia Guide 2025. Awara offers an ultimate guide of why Russia is a great place to do business, and how to realize your successful market entry. Customs regulations in Russia are carried out within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which includes Russia, […]

Posted by Awara
On August 7, 2025

05Aug

Management Reporting

The following article is an excerpt from Awara Doing Business in Russia Guide 2025. Awara offers an ultimate guide of why Russia is a great place to do business, and how to realize your successful market entry. In order to obtain data on the financial status of companies in Russia, as well as for the purposes […]

Posted by Awara
On August 5, 2025

04Aug

Corporate Policies

The following article is an excerpt from Awara Doing Business in Russia Guide 2025. Awara offers an ultimate guide of why Russia is a great place to do business, and how to realize your successful market entry. Corporate policies are documents that regulate the company’s internal processes, help minimize risks and ensure compliance with legal standards. […]

Posted by Awara
On August 4, 2025

30Jul

Reminder: Notification on the Membership in a Multinational Enterprise Groups and Country-By-Country Data

In the beginning of 2018 Russia began automatic exchange of tax information under the OECD Convention (Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development) and introduced new reporting requirements for members of multinational enterprise (MNE) groups. What companies does the law apply to? The reporting must be filed by MNE groups with consolidated revenue over RUB 50 […]

Posted by Awara
On July 30, 2025
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23Jul

What Cannot Be Specified in a Vacancy: Prohibited Requirements and Formulations

Periodically, employers want to add job applicant parameters to a job description that seem harmless: for example, a key account manager should be an attractive young man or woman under 35 years old. The reason for requiring such characteristics is simple: according to the company’s experience, such an employee will be more successful in negotiations […]

Posted by Awara
On July 23, 2025
transfer pricing

16Jul

New Requirements for the Procedure for Awarding and Depriving Employees of Bonuses From September 1, 2025

Starting on September 1, 2025, if a bonus system is established in a company, its local regulations or employment contracts must specify: Moreover, in regard to the application of disciplinary action to an employee, the amount of a bonus included in the salary can be reduced only if the following conditions are met: Thus, if […]

Posted by Awara
On July 16, 2025
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