The Russian e-commerce market is experiencing sustained growth, becoming a key sales channel for businesses. Marketplaces, in particular, are rapidly expanding and transforming traditional retail models. The legal and regulatory landscape governing e-commerce is also evolving quickly. A new federal law regulating the platform economy will take effect in 2026, introducing new obligations for marketplaces and governing the relationships between platform participants. These changes will significantly impact both large and small marketplaces, requiring adaptations to business models, internal documentation, and user agreements.
Additional complexities include new rules regarding mandatory product labeling, online cash register requirements, cashless payment processing, and changes to currency controls for transactions with foreign counterparties. Significant challenges remain in areas such as intellectual property protection, combating unfair competition, ensuring cybersecurity, and safeguarding personal data.
Effective legal counsel for e-commerce projects requires not only a deep understanding of Russian law but also a strong grasp of the platform economy, technological business processes, and the broader global context. We provide comprehensive legal support to help clients navigate this dynamic and complex environment.
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