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flag Russia raises tax on "foreign agents" to 30%, strips benefits; VAT also increased.

flag Russian lawmakers passed a bill on November 20, 2025, raising the income tax rate to 30% for individuals and organizations labeled "foreign agents," up from the standard 13% to 22% for most residents, and eliminating their access to tax breaks. flag The measure, approved in the State Duma’s final reading, applies to both individuals and entities under the designation, which often targets critics of the government, journalists, and NGOs receiving foreign funding. flag It also bars such groups from reduced corporate income tax rates. flag The legislation, part of broader efforts to restrict foreign agent activities, now moves to the upper house and requires President Putin’s signature. flag A separate bill raised the value-added tax from 20% to 22%, expected to generate about 1 trillion rubles in new revenue.

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