Real Estate Acquisition in Russia

Secure Property Purchase Support for EU Citizens and Foreign Nationals
Invest Safely in Russian Property with Full Legal Protection

Purchasing real estate in Russia as a foreigner involves more than just selecting a property — it requires navigating legal, bureaucratic, and documentation processes that are unique to the Russian legal system.

At R&T Legal, we assist European individuals and investors with end-to-end legal guidance for residential and commercial property acquisition in Russia, ensuring your transaction is compliant, risk-free, and fully enforceable.

Our Legal Support Includes:

1. Due Diligence of Property and Ownership
  • Verifying title history via Rosreestr (State Register)
  • Checking for encumbrances, debts, shared ownership, or restrictions
  • Assessing developer or seller’s legal and financial status

2. Purchase Contract Drafting and Review
  • Preparing bilingual contracts (English/Russian)
  • Ensuring compliance with Russian Civil Code and buyer protections
  • Clarifying terms of payment, penalties, and obligations

3. Notarization and State Registration
  • Coordination with Russian notaries and translation services
  • Legal representation during registration with the Federal Service for State Registration (Rosreestr)
  • Obtaining the final ownership certificate (выписка из ЕГРН)

4. Banking, Currency, and Tax Compliance
Advising on cross-border payments, transaction traceability
Assisting with opening a Russian bank account
Clarification of property tax, residency links, and declaration rules

5. Power of Attorney & Remote Transactions
  • Drafting POA for foreign buyers acting from abroad
  • Support with consular legalization or apostille
  • Full representation on the buyer’s behalf, from offer to closing

Who We Help

  • EU citizens buying residential apartments or houses in Russia
  • Individuals acquiring land, villas, or commercial property
  • Expats formalizing ownership after long-term stays
  • Foreign investors applying for residency or citizenship by investment
  • Heirs dealing with inherited property requiring legal registration

Why Choose R&T Legal

  • 🇷🇺 Real legal presence in St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Kazan
  • 100% compliance with Russian Civil Code and real estate laws
  • Multilingual legal support in English, Russian, German, Turkish
  • Transparent pricing and personalized assistance
  • Support for private purchases, resale deals, and developer projects
Schedule a Legal Consultation
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