Who it fits
Foreign founders running business in Russia or working with Russian counterparties who need a legal structure.
Owners who need a rouble account, payment processing, settlements with marketplaces and clear reporting.
RU · for non-residents
Russia for foreigners. A Russian setup for non-residents — done properly.
Foreigners can own a company and a bank account in Russia. In practice this requires the right form, e-signature, currency control, migration status of the beneficiary/director and an understanding of sanctions risks.
Forms and tax
LLC — the main form for partnered and hiring businesses. Simplified tax 6% (revenue) or 15% (profit) — standard small-business regimes.
Sole proprietorship — possible for foreigners with temporary or permanent residence permits. Some regimes are restricted.
IT accreditation grants tax and payroll incentives.
Bank, e-signature, currency control
Banks: Sber, Tinkoff, Alfa, VTB, Tochka. KYC is strict: passport, migration documents, business description, source of funds.
Electronic signature is mandatory for reporting and most procedures; issued to the director or representative.
Currency control is mandatory; foreign-currency deals require supporting documents.
Migration and sanctions
Foreign directors or shareholders typically need a migration status (visa, RVP, residence permit), especially if they work in Russia.
Before registration we check restrictions by country, sector and sanctions lists. If the country or sector is high-risk we say so before launch.
When it fits
- foreigners with real business in Russia;
- marketplaces and e-commerce serving Russian clients;
- non-residents who need a rouble account and proper currency control.
When another country fits better
- sanctioned-country citizens in sanctioned sectors;
- remote-only business with no real link to Russia — another jurisdiction fits better.