“The Bank of Russia ... instructs authorized banks to limit the implementation during the calendar month by resident individuals in the amount of $ 5,000 transfers in favor of other resident individuals, including persons who are their spouses or close relatives,” TASS reports.
It is noted that transfers without opening a bank account or transfers from the accounts of resident individuals fall under the restrictions.
Earlier, brokers announced the order of the Russian regulator from March 3 from 09:00 to charge a commission of at least 30% when individuals buy dollars, euros and pounds on the stock exchange.
The Central Bank of Russia explained the commission of brokers at 30% when individuals buy foreign currency.
Later, the press service of the Central Bank of Russia reported that the amount of commission for individuals and legal entities for the purchase of foreign currency through brokers will be 12% of the transaction amount.