The Bank of Russia has decided that payments to the state budget made from digital ruble accounts will be fee-free for both individuals and companies, with the relevant tariffs taking effect from 1 January 2026. Access to fee-free digital ruble budget payments will initially be available only to participants in the pilot project. The decision follows the earlier extension of the fee-free period for all other business transactions in digital rubles until the end of 2026, while individuals’ digital ruble payments and transfers remain free of charge at all times. After 1 September 2026, major banks will be required to enable everyone to open digital ruble wallets, manage balances, and make budget payments using digital rubles.
Central Bank of Russia 2025-12-30
Central Bank of Russia sets zero fees for digital ruble state budget payments from 1 January 2026
The Central Bank of Russia announced that payments to the state budget from digital ruble accounts will be fee-free for individuals and companies starting 1 January 2026, initially available only to pilot project participants. The fee-free period for other business transactions in digital rubles extends until the end of 2026, with individual payments remaining free. From 1 September 2026, major banks must allow users to open digital ruble wallets and manage balances.