On May 30, 2026, Russian Government Decree No. 556 dated May 16, 2026, comes into force, establishing an obligation for miners and mining infrastructure operators to submit information about network (IP) addresses used for mining to the relevant registers. Failure to comply may result in removal from the register and a ban on mining activities for up to one year.
Who Is Affected by the Changes
The new requirement applies to:
all mining infrastructure operators;
miners who carry out mining without engaging mining infrastructure operators.
The Decree makes no exceptions for companies already included in the registers. All entities must submit IP address information.
Deadline for Submitting Information
An application to amend register information must be filed within 5 working days of the change. Given the effective date of the Decree, the final deadline for submission is June 5, 2026.
Which IP Addresses Must Be Specified
Under the Decree, the reference is to external IP addresses through which mining equipment connects to the network. If you use dynamic IP addresses, the Decree makes no exceptions. It is recommended that you obtain a static IP address.
How to Amend the Register
Changes are made in the same manner as initial registration, through the Federal Tax Service's "Mining Register" service.
Consequences of Failing to Submit Information
If information is inaccurate or missing, the Federal Tax Service may remove the company from the register. Data can only be updated and re‑inclusion obtained one year after removal. During that year, mining or providing mining infrastructure will be impossible.
Why This Matters for Businesses
The new requirements introduce additional administrative obligations, but ignoring them can lead to serious consequences: removal from the register effectively halts operations for a year. This is particularly critical for companies whose main source of income is mining, or for operators providing infrastructure to third parties.
Recommendations for Miners and Operators
Determine the type of IP addresses you use. If they are dynamic, consider obtaining static addresses.
Prepare an application to amend the register information through the FTS "Mining Register" service.
Submit the information by June 5, 2026 to avoid the risk of removal.
How Acsour Can Help
Acsour experts support miners and mining infrastructure operators on all matters relating to entry and updating of information in the registers. We are ready to:
advise on the new requirements of Decree No. 556;
analyze your situation, including the type of IP addresses you use;
assist in preparing and submitting an application to amend information through the FTS service;
support the process of updating the register and communicating with tax authorities;
help minimize the risk of removal from the register.
Contact us — we will help you comply with the new requirements and retain your right to carry out mining activities.