Effective January 1, 2026, Russian Government Resolution No. 1638 dated October 23, 2025 will come into force, substantially increasing customs duties for customs operations. These changes will affect a wide range of importing companies and require proactive revision of logistics budgets. Acsour experts have prepared an overview of key innovations and are ready to help businesses adapt to the new fiscal conditions.
Key Changes in Customs Duty Rates
The amendments provide for increases in both minimum and maximum rates and introduce new price categories.
New Rates for Goods Release:
Increase in Duties for Undeclared Value:
New Rates for Goods Release:
- The minimum duty will increase from 1,067 RUB to 1,231 RUB (for goods valued up to 200 thousand RUB).
- The maximum duty will more than double — from 30,000 RUB to 73,860 RUB (applicable to goods valued from 10 million RUB and 1 kopeck).
Increase in Duties for Undeclared Value:
- New rates for products whose customs value is not determined:
- Up to 50 product items: 9,054 RUB (instead of 8,262 RUB)
- From 51 to 100 items: 18,108 RUB (instead of 16,524 RUB)
- From 101 items: 30,180 RUB (instead of 27,540 RUB)
How Will the Changes Affect Your Business
The increase in customs duties will directly impact the operational cost of imports. Companies importing goods in large batches or high-value product categories should prepare for a significant increase in costs. Even for small and medium-sized imports, the increase will be 10-15%, requiring advance budgeting.
Do not postpone planning until the last quarter of 2025 — the time for analysis and adaptation is now.
Do not postpone planning until the last quarter of 2025 — the time for analysis and adaptation is now.
Submit a consultation request to have our specialists help you assess the impact of the new customs duties and develop an effective action plan.
