Russia Passes Law Regulating Cryptocurrency Transactions

Russia has passed a law regulating cryptocurrency transactions within its borders. The new rules will take effect on September 1, 2026, and set clear guidelines for market participants, including qualified and non-qualified investors.

The law allows for the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies through intermediaries, with limits in place for retail clients. Qualified investors can buy any cryptocurrency without a limit, while non-qualified investors are restricted to certain liquid cryptocurrencies within a yearly limit of 300,000 rubles.

A regulated infrastructure will be created for the circulation of cryptocurrencies, including crypto exchanges and digital depositories. Investor protection is based on several elements, including testing before purchase, limits for retail clients, working through regulated intermediaries, and supervision by the Central Bank.