In Russia, foreign smartphones will be disconnected from the network 14 days after import if they are not registered, writes RBC. From April 2027, the new rules will affect all imported devices, including phones bought abroad while on holiday. You will need to register your smartphone through state services, otherwise it will be blocked.

In Russia, foreign smartphones will be disconnected from the network 14 days after import if they are not registered, writes RBC. From April 2027, the new rules will affect all imported devices, including phones bought abroad while on holiday. You will need to register your smartphone through state services, otherwise it will be blocked.