The Ministry of Finance advocates for comprehensive regulation and investor access to cryptocurrency

Russian Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov reiterated the ministry's position on regulating the cryptocurrency market. The Ministry of Finance supports the Central Bank's initiative to allow non-qualified investors to trade, which, according to the ministry, is a step toward creating a comprehensive and transparent crypto infrastructure in the country.

Central Bank Support and a Comprehensive Approach

The Ministry of Finance has initially advocated for comprehensive regulation of the crypto industry, and its support for the Central Bank's initiative is a logical continuation of this policy. Chebeskov noted that the country has gradually, iteratively, moved to its current position—from experimental regulation of individual components, such as mining, to a readiness to introduce general, rather than "local," regulation.

The goal of this approach is to enable a wide range of individuals to participate in investing, albeit with certain restrictions, and to create a robust Russian crypto infrastructure.

Conditions for Non-Qualified Investors

In December 2025, the Bank of Russia presented a concept under which non-qualified investors will be able to trade cryptocurrencies on the domestic market. To gain access, they will be required to pass special testing.

A key element of the concept is the introduction of investment limits. The Central Bank proposed setting a maximum annual limit of 300,000 rubles for transactions through a single intermediary.

Discussion of Limits

The Ministry of Finance generally endorses the idea of ​​limit regulation. However, the specific figure of 300,000 rubles remains under discussion.
Ivan Chebeskov emphasized that this limit was preliminary and its final size remains to be agreed upon with colleagues from the Central Bank and law enforcement agencies. The agency believes it is important to find a balanced solution that will ensure investor protection and allow the market to develop.