Country Overview
Legal forms of philanthropic organizations included in the law: Association, Endowment, Foundation, Institution
Main social issues addressed by these organizations: Arts and Culture, Basic Needs, Health and Medical Services, Human Rights, Youth and Family
Average time established by law to register a philanthropic organization: 0-30 days
Average cost for registering a philanthropic organization: USD 80 (decrease due to inflation)
Government levels primarily regulating the incorporation of philanthropic organizations: Central/Federal Government, Local Government
The Federal Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has regional departments in every region of Russia. A regional department of MoJ is responsible for regional and interregional organizations, and the Federal MoJ is responsible for the registration of all Russian organizations.