Tax, Law, PAS and Business Support
Our professionals advise on all tax matters to help businesses navigate the rapidly changing environment.
In these uncertain economic times, proper attention to legal issues and careful tax planning are indispensable, whether you are a major holding company or a private individual.
We are ready to give you the benefit of our knowledge, experience and insights in tax, law and business support.
Our practice consists of some 600 professionals in nine Russian cities with a wealth of experience in all key sectors of the economy.
OUR SERVICES
Indirect Tax
We are ready to provide your business with comprehensive support in applying VAT and excise duties.
International Tax Planning
We can help you resolve tax issues at all stages of your international projects and assist in implementing the most effective solutions.
Transaction Tax
We can help you effectively navigate various tax issues that arise in planning and executing transactions.
Transfer Pricing and Operating Model Effectiveness
We monitor developments in the market and regulatory enforcement practices and help clients adapt promptly.
Global Trade and Customs
We will help you keep up-to-date on the latest developments in foreign trade law and law enforcement practices to avoid or mitigate risks.
People Advisory Services
We offer integrated services hosted by various HR functional areas and can help develop an effective strategy and HR management system.
Tax Controversy
We effectively support our clients in preparing for, carrying out, assessing and appealing the results of any control activities.
Private Client Services
We provide services covering personal tax, personal and business asset structuring, succession planning, currency regulation and the use of foreign accounts.
Legal Services
For over 30 years, we have helped our clients find new solutions, grow, transform and run their business as well as strengthen their financial and human capital.
TAX MESSENGER
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Russia has ratified the Double Taxation Treaty with the UAE
On 7 July 2025, the Federal Law ratifying the Treaty for the Avoidance of Double Taxation between Russia and the UAE ("DTT") was officially published after being signed by the Russian President Vladimir Putin.
09.07.2025
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The State Duma has passed a law on the ratification of the double taxation treaty between Russia and the UAE in the third reading
On 24 June, the State Duma of the RF passed a law on the ratification of the Double Taxation Treaty between Russia and the UAE ("DTT") in the third reading. Further steps required for the DTT to be ratified include approval by the Federation Council, signature by the President of Russia and official publication.
25.06.2025
Rules for foreign investment in the Russian economy simplified
On 1 July 2025 the President of Russia signed Edict No. 436 "On Additional Guarantees of the Rights of Foreign Investors". The Edict simplifies foreign investment in the Russian economy by allowing foreign investors – including investors from unfriendly jurisdictions – to purchase Russian securities without prior approval from regulators.
07.07.2025
Tax Monitoring: changes in AIS "Nalog-3" services
On 2 June 2025 the Federal Tax Service of Russia published both changes to existing AIS “Nalog-3” services and a number of new services for tax monitoring (“TM”) purposes which must be implemented by tax monitoring participants by 02.06.2026.
10.06.2025
Non-use trademark cancellation: risks for foreign right holders are beginning to materialize. Part 2
Case law regarding the early termination of trademark protection due to non-use, one example of which is the recent case involving the early termination of protection for a series of trademarks held by the Swedish company Telefonaktiebolaget L. M. Ericsson, is continuing to build in Russia.
11.06.2025
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Pillar 2: "Second Wind"
The provisions of Federal Law No. 479-FZ of 26.12.2024, which introduced a duty on income received for the provision of Internet advertising services (“the advertising dutyduty”), take effect from 1 April 2025. However, the law does not fully address the mechanisms for the calculation and payment of the advertising duty or for monitoring the correct and timely payment of the duty.
30.05.2025
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The Ministry of Natural Resources of Russia is preparing a draft decree to increase environmental fee rates
In early June 2025, Kommersant and RBC reported that the Ministry of Natural Resources of Russia was in the process of drafting a government decree proposing increases in the basic rates of the environmental fee (eco-fee) from 2026. The document envisages severalfold increases in eco-fee rates for almost all categories of goods and packaging – depending on the item, rates may go up between 3 and 18 times.
11.06.2025
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Overview of the 17th package of EU sanctions
On 20 May 2025, the EU Council adopted the 17th package of sanctions against Russia. The new measures are primarily aimed at the activities of the so-called "shadow fleet" used to transport Russian oil. In particular, 189 vessels have been added to the list of ships banned from entering the ports of EU member states. In addition, a new EU Regulation has been adopted to counter Russia’s destabilizing actions abroad.
26.05.2025
The advertising duty: detailed calculation and payment rules proposed
The provisions of Federal Law No. 479-FZ of 26.12.2024, which introduced a duty on income received for the provision of Internet advertising services (“the advertising dutyduty”), take effect from 1 April 2025. However, the law does not fully address the mechanisms for the calculation and payment of the advertising duty or for monitoring the correct and timely payment of the duty.
28.03.2025
Draft amendments to strengthen control over foreign investment in "strategic" assets published
The Federal Anti-Monopoly Service has drafted amendments to current laws aimed at strengthening control over foreign investments in business entities and assets of strategic importance for national defense and state security in accordance with Law No. 57-FZ of April 29, 2008 "On the Procedure for Making Foreign Investments in Business Entities of Strategic Importance for Ensuring National Defense and State Security".
23.04.2025
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B1 Group wins high places in the Kommersant 2025 Legal Services Market Leaders rankings
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B1 Group wins high places in the Kommersant 2024 Legal Services Market Leaders rankings
Kommersant Publishing House has unveiled its annual Legal Services Market Leaders rankings for 2024.