Introduction
In Russia, the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), known locally as “Идентификационный номер налогоплательщика” (INN), is a unique identifier assigned to individuals, businesses, and legal entities for tax purposes. The INN is essential for tax compliance, business operations, and financial transactions within the Russian Federation. All information provided herein is sourced from official government authorities, ensuring its accuracy and reliability.
Official TIN Types & Local Names
The INN serves as the primary tax identification number in Russia and is applicable to:
- Individuals: Assigned a 12-digit INN.
- Businesses and Legal Entities: Assigned a 10-digit INN.
- Foreign Entities: Also assigned a 10-digit INN, with specific codes indicating foreign status.
TIN Format & Structure
- Individuals: The 12-digit INN is structured as follows:
- Digits 1-4: Code of the tax authority that issued the INN.
- Digits 5-10: Unique sequence number assigned to the taxpayer.Wikipedia
- Digits 11-12: Control (checksum) digits for validation.
- Businesses and Legal Entities: The 10-digit INN is structured as follows:
- Digits 1-4: Code of the tax authority that issued the INN.
- Digits 5-9: Unique sequence number assigned to the entity.
- Digit 10: Control (checksum) digit for validation.
For foreign organizations operating in Russia, the INN begins with “9909,” followed by a unique sequence number and a control digit.
Issuing Authority
The Federal Tax Service (Федеральная налоговая служба) is the official authority responsible for issuing INNs.
Registration Process:
- Individuals:
- Eligibility: All Russian citizens and residents.
- Required Documents: Passport or official identification document.
- Application Process:
- Submit an application in person at the local tax office or online through the Federal Tax Service’s portal.
- Upon processing, the INN certificate is issued.
- Fees: Typically, there are no fees for individuals applying for an INN.
- Processing Time: Varies by region but generally issued within a few days.
- Businesses and Legal Entities:
- Eligibility: All registered businesses and legal entities operating in Russia.
- Required Documents: Registration documents of the entity, including the charter and certificate of incorporation.
- Application Process:
- Apply during the business registration process with the Federal Tax Service.
- The INN is assigned as part of the registration.
- Fees: Standard registration fees apply.
- Processing Time: Typically issued concurrently with the business registration certificate.
TIN Verification & Lookup
Individuals and businesses can verify their INNs through the Federal Tax Service’s official online services:
- For Individuals: https://service.nalog.ru/inn.do (available in Russian)
- For Legal Entities and Individual Entrepreneurs: https://egrul.nalog.ru (available in Russian)
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Connection Between TIN & VAT Number
In Russia, the INN also functions as the VAT (Value Added Tax) identification number. For businesses, the INN is used for VAT purposes without the need for a separate VAT registration number. The standard format for the INN remains consistent, and businesses must ensure they are registered for VAT purposes as required by Russian tax laws.
Why Accurate TIN Validation Matters
Ensuring the accuracy of your TIN is critical for both businesses and individuals in Russia. An incorrect or unverified TIN can lead to serious complications such as:
- Delays in tax processing
- Rejection of tax exemption claims
- Fines and penalties for non-compliance
- Rejection of e-invoicing submissions
- Onboarding unqualified suppliers or customers
- Data quality issues across finance and compliance systems
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