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Customs Law & Foreign Trade Regulation in Russia
Legal Advisory for EU Companies Importing, Exporting, or Operating in Russian Trade Sectors
Ensure Smooth and Lawful Cross-Border Trade with Russia
Russia’s customs and trade regulations are complex and frequently updated — particularly under current geopolitical restrictions. Whether importing goods, exporting technology, or moving components through customs, compliance with Russian legal requirements is essential.
At R&T Legal, we support European manufacturers, distributors, and logistics operators in managing legal risks, navigating customs formalities, and aligning with sector-specific regulations across Russian borders.
Russia’s customs and trade regulations are complex and frequently updated — particularly under current geopolitical restrictions. Whether importing goods, exporting technology, or moving components through customs, compliance with Russian legal requirements is essential.
At R&T Legal, we support European manufacturers, distributors, and logistics operators in managing legal risks, navigating customs formalities, and aligning with sector-specific regulations across Russian borders.
Our Legal Support Includes:
Import & Export Licensing
Customs Documentation & Risk Management
Foreign Trade Contract Review
Sanctions & Export Control Advisory
Dispute Resolution & Customs Litigation
- Identifying goods subject to restrictions or licensing
- Assisting in obtaining permits and classification certificates
- Advising on dual-use items and sensitive equipment
Customs Documentation & Risk Management
- Legal audit of shipping documents and declarations
- Support during customs inspections, holds, and reclassifications
- Drafting legal responses to customs authorities
Foreign Trade Contract Review
- Drafting and compliance review of import/export agreements
- Legal support for INCOTERMS, payment clauses, and penalties
- VAT treatment and customs clearance terms
Sanctions & Export Control Advisory
- Ensuring lawful movement of goods under EU/RU/US restrictions
- Reviewing product codes and supply chain compliance
- Structuring around blocked goods, banks, or counterparties
Dispute Resolution & Customs Litigation
- Challenging fines, refusals, or seizures in customs courts
- Representing clients before FCS (Federal Customs Service) and appeal bodies
- Support during audits and post-clearance reviews
Who This Service Is For
- EU manufacturers exporting equipment or goods to Russia
- Foreign companies importing Russian raw materials or products
- Logistics operators and customs brokers needing legal backup
- Joint ventures localizing production with imported parts
- Firms flagged by customs or denied clearance
Why Choose R&T Legal
- In-depth knowledge of Russian customs legislation and Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) codes
- End-to-end support: contracts, licensing, inspections, appeals
- Multilingual legal communication (EN, RU, DE, TR)
- Integrated legal + supply chain advisory approach
- Legal presence at key Russian ports and border regions
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