01 / INVESTMENT
Exposure to established companies
Explore securities of Russian businesses, subject to issuer eligibility, trading rules and applicable restrictions.
Russian residency by investment
Russian Residency Through Stock Investment
Explore a residence permit pathway through an investment of RUB 30 million or more in a qualifying Russian company. Brokerage services provided by licensed Russian broker Investica.
Check Your EligibilityIndividual eligibility assessment · No obligation to invest
✓ Bank of Russia licensed broker✓ Moscow Exchange member✓ Investment route from RUB 30m✓ Immigration support coordination
A practical investment route
Invest in a business, not necessarily run one
Russian legislation provides a residence pathway for certain foreign investors. Acquiring shares in an eligible company may offer a way to make a qualifying investment without establishing and operating your own business.
02 / OWNERSHIP
Documented shareholding
Brokerage and depositary records can document securities transactions and ownership as part of the application evidence.
03 / RESIDENCY
A pathway for qualifying investors
Eligible investors may apply for a Russian residence permit without first obtaining a temporary residence permit. Family eligibility is assessed separately.
Simple, coordinated process
How it works
We start with your eligibility and the proposed investment, before any account opening or transaction.
STEP 01
Initial eligibility assessmentWe review your citizenship, country of residence and investment objectives to assess the appropriate next steps.
STEP 02
Investment assessmentAssess the proposed company and transaction against the applicable investment criteria before proceeding.
STEP 03
Brokerage and investmentSubject to onboarding and compliance checks, open an account with Investica and make the qualifying investment.
STEP 04
Residence permit applicationPrepare supporting investment evidence and proceed with the residence permit application through the relevant authorities.
Your brokerage partner
Meet Investica
Investica LLC is a St Petersburg-based Russian securities market participant licensed by the Bank of Russia for brokerage, dealer, depositary and securities management activities.
As a Moscow Exchange member, Investica provides regulated brokerage services. RussianBrokers is its English-language client enquiry website, not a separately licensed brokerage company.
Investica LLC
Brokerage licence: 040-14266-100000
Dealer licence: 040-14267-010000
Depositary licence: 040-14269-000100
Securities management licence: 040-14268-001000
Verify current licence status with the Bank of Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Questions worth asking first
What is the legal basis for Russian residency by investment?
The framework is set out in subparagraph «в» of the Criteria approved by Russian Government Resolution No. 2573 of 31 December 2022 (text in Russian, GARANT), as amended. One route provides for investment of at least RUB 30 million in an eligible Russian legal entity.
Is RUB 30 million the total cost?
No. RUB 30 million is the statutory investment threshold for one route. Brokerage, legal, translation and other fees may apply. Terms are provided following an individual assessment.
Does buying Russian shares guarantee residency?
No. The specific issuer and transaction must qualify, the applicant must satisfy immigration rules, and the residence permit decision rests with the Russian authorities.
Can my family members obtain Russian residence permits?
Eligible family members may also qualify for Russian residence permits under applicable family provisions. Requirements and documentation depend on the family relationship and individual circumstances.
Do I need a temporary residence permit first?
No. Under the qualifying investment route, eligible foreign investors may apply directly for a Russian permanent residence permit without first obtaining a temporary residence permit.
Does the investment automatically grant Russian citizenship?
No. Qualifying investment may provide a pathway to a residence permit, not direct citizenship. Citizenship is subject to separate legal requirements.
Can I sell the shares after receiving residency?
Do not assume an immediate or unrestricted exit. Immigration consequences, liquidity, account regimes and applicable transfer restrictions should be assessed before investing or selling.
Can any foreign citizen open a Russian brokerage account?
No universal eligibility can be promised. Citizenship, residence, applicable restrictions, funding arrangements and compliance checks affect onboarding.
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Start with a confidential eligibility enquiry
Tell us about your citizenship, country of residence and investment plans. Our team will review your enquiry and contact you to discuss the next steps.
Important: This website is informational, not investment or immigration legal advice. Securities investments involve the risk of loss of capital. Account eligibility, investment qualification, residency approval and transfer of funds are subject to applicable rules and individual assessment.