While direct purchase is barred, investors often use these methods to control agricultural land:
Ownership is strictly forbidden in 380 designated "frontier territories" or near seaports.
Under , "On the Turnover of Agricultural Land," foreign citizens and foreign legal entities are restricted to leasehold rights only. 🏗️ Legal Framework and Restrictions
Some use a complex structure where a foreign-owned Russian company owns another Russian company, which then buys the land. While common, legal experts note this "corporate veil" approach is controversial. 📈 Costs and Profitability (2024-2026)
Long-term leases (often up to 49 years) from the state or private owners are the standard legal route.
While direct purchase is barred, investors often use these methods to control agricultural land:
Ownership is strictly forbidden in 380 designated "frontier territories" or near seaports.
Under , "On the Turnover of Agricultural Land," foreign citizens and foreign legal entities are restricted to leasehold rights only. 🏗️ Legal Framework and Restrictions
Some use a complex structure where a foreign-owned Russian company owns another Russian company, which then buys the land. While common, legal experts note this "corporate veil" approach is controversial. 📈 Costs and Profitability (2024-2026)
Long-term leases (often up to 49 years) from the state or private owners are the standard legal route.