Goods from abroad will increase in price due to the introduction of a 22% VAT The State Duma adopted in first reading a bill introducing a 22% VAT on all goods from foreign markets. The tax will affect equipment, clothing and other goods, adding it to the final cost for the buyer. In addition, a fixed customs fee of 100 rubles is applied for each package with a value of up to 200 euros. The initiative aims to level the playing field for Russian stores and foreign websites.

Goods from abroad will increase in price due to the introduction of a 22% VAT The State Duma adopted in first reading a bill introducing a 22% VAT on all goods from foreign markets. The tax will affect equipment, clothing and other goods, adding it to the final cost for the buyer. In addition, a fixed customs fee of 100 rubles is applied for each package with a value of up to 200 euros. The initiative aims to level the playing field for Russian stores and foreign websites.