Foreign companies touch the Russian tax system more often than they expect: a local subsidiary or branch, VAT on electronic services supplied to Russian customers, withholding tax on Russian-source income, or a permanent establishment created by people on the ground. Since 2023 the partial suspension of double tax treaties with a number of states has changed familiar answers — old structures need re-checking.
What we do
- Permanent establishment analysis: whether your Russian activity creates a taxable presence and what follows;
- VAT on e-services: registration, invoicing and filing for foreign providers of digital services to Russian customers;
- Withholding tax on dividends, interest, royalties and other Russian-source income — including where treaty relief no longer applies after the suspension;
- Tax registration and reporting of branches and representative offices;
- Responses to tax authority requests, pre-audit analysis and representation in tax disputes;
- Tax aspects of exit: liquidation, asset sales and profit distribution.
FAQ
Our treaty used to reduce withholding tax — does it still?
For many states, key treaty articles are suspended, and domestic rates apply unless a specific exception exists. We verify the current status for your jurisdiction and income type — do not rely on pre-2023 advice.
Can you handle filings, not just advice?
Yes, together with accredited accountants we prepare and file the returns and represent you before the tax authorities.
