The Russian government has decided to extend the simplified import process for certain electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and computers, until the end of 2026. The decision is recorded in a decree published by the Cabinet's press service. The simplified procedure is aimed at preventing a shortage of equipment in the domestic market due to external pressure.
The decision will prevent a shortage of such goods in the domestic market amid external sanctions pressure.
It concerns the registration of notifications required for imported devices with cryptographic functions. These include smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers, microchips, and radios.
Usually, the manufacturer must submit an application to the Center for Licensing, Certification and Protection of State Secrets of the FSB of Russia, but currently this can be done through industry associations such as the Association of Electronics Developers and the Association of Computer and Information Technology Enterprises.
In addition, the simplification concerns components for industrial production: in this case, there is no need to provide information about the notification to customs authorities. The measure was introduced in 2022 and continues to be in effect annually.
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