Russia

Russia, the world's largest country by land area, offers a vast and diverse market for businesses. In 2025, Russia continues to be a significant player in the global economy, with a complex regulatory environment that businesses must navigate to ensure compliance.
Contractor Management
Currency
Russian ruble (RUB)
Payroll Frequency
Bi-monthly
Employer Taxes
30.02%

Overview

Population
~ 145 million
Language
Russian
Capital
Moscow
Currency
Russian ruble (RUB)
Country code
+7
Min wage
22,440 RUB / Monthly
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Mondays to Fridays
Work hours per week
40 hours per week

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Time-Based Employees
13th Salary

Not mandatory; subject to employer discretion

Avg employer tax

30.02%

Tax Breakdown

Personal Income Tax (PIT):

Up to 2.4 million RUB/year
13%
Above 50 million RUB/year
22%

Corporate Income Tax (CIT):

Standard Rate
20%
Simplified Tax System
6% on gross revenue or 15% on profit, applicable to eligible small businesses

Value Added Tax (VAT):

Standard Rate
20%
Reduced Rates
10% and 0% for specific goods and services

Social Security Contributions:

Employee Contributions:

Pension Fund
22% up to 1,465,000 RUB/year; 10% for any amount over
Social Insurance Fund
2.9% up to 966,000 RUB/year
Medical Insurance Fund
5.10%
Accident Insurance
0.02% minimum rate (dependent on the degree of professional risk)

Employer Contributions:

Pension Fund
22% up to 1,465,000 RUB/year; 10% for any amount over
Social Insurance Fund
2.9% up to 966,000 RUB/year
Medical Insurance Fund
5.10%
Accident Insurance
0.02% minimum rate (dependent on the degree of professional risk)

VAT

VAT
  • 20%
Tax Calculation for Russian Federation
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
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How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in Russian Federation typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Employment Contract

Must be in writing; include job title, duties, salary, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination conditions

Registration with Authorities

Register the employee with the Pension Fund, Social Insurance Fund, and Medical Insurance Fund

Payroll Setup

Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of taxes and social security contributions

Employee Documentation

Collect personal identification, bank account details, and tax information

Workplace Policies

Provide access to company policies, health and safety guidelines, and any applicable collective agreements

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in Russian Federation
When drafting an employment contract for employees in Russian Federation, the following key elements should be included:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days
  • Paid by employer for the first 3 days; thereafter, by the Social Insurance Fund
Maternity leave
  • 70 days of paid pre-natal leave and 70 days of post-natal leave; extended in cases of complications or multiple births

Paternity leave
  • Up to 5 days of unpaid leave following the birth of a child

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 3 years; can be shared between parents

Bereavement Leave:

  • Up to 5 days

Annual Leave
  • Minimum of 28 calendar days per year

9 Public holidays in Russian Federation

Note: Some holidays may be observed on different dates or may be extended, depending on regional regulations.

1st
New Year's Day
7th
Orthodox Christmas Day
23th
Defender of the Fatherland Day
8th
International Women's Day
1st
Spring and Labor Day
9th
Victory Day
12th
Russia Day
4th
National Unity Day
25th
Christmas Day
  • 1 - 10 January: New Year Holidays
  • 7 January: Christmas, Russian Orthodox
  • 23 February: Defender of Motherland Day
  • 8 March: International Women’s Day
  • 1 May: Spring and Labor Day
  • 9 May: Victory Day
  • 12 June: Day of Russia
  • 4 November: Day of National Unity

Termination Process

Notice Period

  • Employee-Initiated: 2 weeks
  • Employer-Initiated: 2 weeks for employees; 1 month for directors and senior managers

Severance Pay

Not mandatory; subject to employment agreements

Compensation for Unused Rest Days

Employers are required to compensate employees for unused rest days accrued for work on weekends or public holidays upon dismissal, effective from 1 March 2025

Probation Period

  • Duration: Up to 3 months; extendable to 6 months for directors and senior managers
  • Extension: Permitted if agreed upon by both parties

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Russia

Russia, the world's largest country by land area, offers a vast and diverse market for businesses. In 2025, Russia continues to be a significant player in the global economy, with a complex regulatory environment that businesses must navigate to ensure compliance.
Contractor Management
العملة
Russian ruble (RUB)
تردد الرواتب
Bi-monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
30.02%

نظرة عامة

التركيبة السكانية
~ 145 million
اللغة
Russian
العاصمة
Moscow
العملة
Russian ruble (RUB)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+7
الحد الأدنى للأجور
22,440 RUB / Monthly
ساعات العمل
8 hours per day
أيام الأسبوع
Mondays to Fridays
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
40 hours per week

الرواتب

الموظفون برواتب ثابتة
الموظفون بنظام الأجر الزمني
13th Salary

Not mandatory; subject to employer discretion

متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

30.02%

تحصيل الضرائب

Personal Income Tax (PIT):

Up to 2.4 million RUB/year
13%
Above 50 million RUB/year
22%

Corporate Income Tax (CIT):

Standard Rate
20%
Simplified Tax System
6% on gross revenue or 15% on profit, applicable to eligible small businesses

Value Added Tax (VAT):

Standard Rate
20%
Reduced Rates
10% and 0% for specific goods and services

Social Security Contributions:

Employee Contributions:

Pension Fund
22% up to 1,465,000 RUB/year; 10% for any amount over
Social Insurance Fund
2.9% up to 966,000 RUB/year
Medical Insurance Fund
5.10%
Accident Insurance
0.02% minimum rate (dependent on the degree of professional risk)

Employer Contributions:

Pension Fund
22% up to 1,465,000 RUB/year; 10% for any amount over
Social Insurance Fund
2.9% up to 966,000 RUB/year
Medical Insurance Fund
5.10%
Accident Insurance
0.02% minimum rate (dependent on the degree of professional risk)

ضريبة القيمة المضافة

ضريبة القيمة المضافة
  • 20%
حساب الضريبة في Russia
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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري

GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي

GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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عملية الانضمام

تشمل عملية التوظيف في Russia عادة الخطوات التالية لضمان انتقال سلس للموظفين الجدد:

Employment Contract

Must be in writing; include job title, duties, salary, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination conditions

Registration with Authorities

Register the employee with the Pension Fund, Social Insurance Fund, and Medical Insurance Fund

Payroll Setup

Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of taxes and social security contributions

Employee Documentation

Collect personal identification, bank account details, and tax information

Workplace Policies

Provide access to company policies, health and safety guidelines, and any applicable collective agreements

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

العناصر الأساسية في عقد العمل في Russia
عند إعداد عقد عمل للموظفين في Russia يجب تضمين العناصر الأساسية التالية:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

سياسات إجازات الموظفين

الإجازات المرضية
  • Paid by employer for the first 3 days; thereafter, by the Social Insurance Fund
إجازة الأمومة
  • 70 days of paid pre-natal leave and 70 days of post-natal leave; extended in cases of complications or multiple births

إجازة الأبوة
  • Up to 5 days of unpaid leave following the birth of a child

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 3 years; can be shared between parents

Bereavement Leave:

  • Up to 5 days

Annual Leave
  • Minimum of 28 calendar days per year

9 عطلات رسمية في Russia

Note: Some holidays may be observed on different dates or may be extended, depending on regional regulations.

1st
New Year's Day
7th
Orthodox Christmas Day
23th
Defender of the Fatherland Day
8th
International Women's Day
1st
Spring and Labor Day
9th
Victory Day
12th
Russia Day
4th
National Unity Day
25th
Christmas Day
  • 1 - 10 January: New Year Holidays
  • 7 January: Christmas, Russian Orthodox
  • 23 February: Defender of Motherland Day
  • 8 March: International Women’s Day
  • 1 May: Spring and Labor Day
  • 9 May: Victory Day
  • 12 June: Day of Russia
  • 4 November: Day of National Unity

عملية إنهاء العقود

Notice Period

  • Employee-Initiated: 2 weeks
  • Employer-Initiated: 2 weeks for employees; 1 month for directors and senior managers

Severance Pay

Not mandatory; subject to employment agreements

Compensation for Unused Rest Days

Employers are required to compensate employees for unused rest days accrued for work on weekends or public holidays upon dismissal, effective from 1 March 2025

Probation Period

  • Duration: Up to 3 months; extendable to 6 months for directors and senior managers
  • Extension: Permitted if agreed upon by both parties

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Challenges of Remote Hiring in _

Simplifying Remote Hiring in _ with RemotePass 

نمِّ فريقك في Russia
مع ريموت باس

Russia offers a vast and diverse market for businesses seeking to expand. RemotePass simplifies the process of hiring and managing employees in Russia, ensuring compliance with local laws, handling payroll and benefits, and providing a seamless experience for both employers and employees.

يصبح بناء فريق عالمي وتوسيعه مهمة سهلة مع ريموت باس. منصتنا تبسّط تعقيدات التوظيف والرواتب والامتثال القانوني في أكثر من 150 دولة، بما في ذلك Russia.

مع ريموت باس، يمكنك ضم الموظفين الدوليين بسرعة، وإدارة الرواتب، وضمان الامتثال القانوني، وتقديم مزايا تنافسية — كل ذلك من مكان واحد. ركّز على تنمية أعمالك، ودع المهام الإدارية والقانونية علينا.

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