RE: Russia to simplify inward investment from friendly countries31 Oct 2023 07:51
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The state has imposed capital controls without saying so. The state says, ‘It’s not forbidden to be paid in euros or dollars, it’s just complicated.’ It’s up to you whether you cash out in foreign currency or in roubles, or whether you do not cash out at all,” the person said.
Russia’s finance ministry did not respond to a request for comment.
A western seller experienced Russia’s successive rule changes within one deal.
First, they applied and obtained a sale permit nominated in euros, but the buyer backed off at the last minute. When they applied with the same deal and a new buyer in July, they were told only 50 per cent of the euro proceeds could be received immediately and the rest would be deferred. However, if the seller agreed to a rouble-denominated deal, they were told they could receive the entire sum right away.
After being paid in roubles, the seller can either exchange the amount in Russia or try to buy foreign currency abroad.
“Both options are bad,” the person said. “In the first case, the exchange rate is terrible and it is difficult to exchange large quantities. In the second case, it is difficult to find a bank that will accept the mone