Key facts
- Currency
- RUB (RUB)
- Import VAT/GST
- VAT 22%
- De minimis
- No duty up to €200; tax always charged
- Customs tariff
- Own national tariff
Summary
Russia charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 22%. Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to €200 pay no customs duty. Russia uses RUB as its currency.
Currency and customs tariff
Russia uses RUB as its currency.
Import VAT and other taxes in Russia
Russia charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 22%.
De minimis in Russia
Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to €200 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.
What changed recently
VAT at 22% has applied since 1 January 2026.
The newest release on this page, the de minimis thresholds for Russia, went live on border.bot on 13 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What currency does Russia use for customs?
Russia uses RUB as its currency. Its de minimis thresholds are stated in EUR.
What is the VAT rate on imports into Russia?
Russia charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 22%.
What is the de minimis threshold in Russia?
Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to €200 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.
Sources and updates
The import taxes for Russia come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
The de minimis thresholds for Russia come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
This page was last updated on 13 October 2026.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.