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🇷🇺 Retire in Russia

Tax rates, cost of living, special programs, and top cities for international investors and retirees.

Tax system

worldwide

Cheapest city

Tomsk ~$845/mo

Tax System Overview

Russia taxes investment income at 13% (15% above RUB 5M). No wealth tax. Crypto taxed as property. International sanctions significantly limit financial access.

  • ✓No wealth tax

What Would You Pay?

Estimated annual tax on different levels of investment income (capital gains + dividends + interest):

Annual Investment IncomeEstimated TaxEffective Rate
$50,000$6,50013.0%
$100,000$13,00013.0%
$200,000$26,00013.0%

Assumes 60% capital gains, 25% dividends, 15% interest. Actual tax depends on your specific income mix.

Sources — Russia tax data

Last verified 2026-04-12

Top Cities in Russia

Tomsk

$845/month

Chelyabinsk

$885/month

Perm

$885/month

Voronezh

$900/month

Samara

$920/month

Ufa

$1,000/month

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Tax rates and programs are subject to change. Information is current as of 2026. Always consult a qualified tax professional before making relocation decisions.