Dear readers,

Effective 1 January 2019 the procedure for the calculation of payment of VAT on e-services has changed for foreign companies. The new rules have triggered a number of issues on the obligations of foreign developers and licensors of software and their Russian customers, including related companies. The clarifications of the Federal Tax Service of Russia published on 24 April 20192 were the result of protracted negotiations between the Federal Tax Service and the business community. In this newsletter we focus on the most material statements of the Federal Tax Service regarding the taxation of e-services.

We hope that you find the information useful and would be delighted to answer any questions that you may have on this matter.

Best regards,
Anna Lesova, Legal Consultant, LL.M., Of Counsel