The Central Bank of Russia will simplify the requirements for obtaining qualified investor status

Since May 23, 2025, new rules for granting qualified investor status to individuals will come into force in Russia. The key change is the ability to obtain the status not only based on individual criteria but also through combinations of them.
The traditional standalone criteria remain in place: having a financial education or academic degree, an annual income of at least 20 million rubles over the past two years, or assets worth 12 million rubles. However, starting January 1, 2026, the asset threshold will increase to 24 million rubles.
The new rules will allow investors with an economics background to qualify under relaxed requirements. For example, with relevant education, an annual income of 6 million rubles combined with investment experience – or assets worth 6 million rubles with confirmed transactions – will suffice.

Other News

All News