Doing business in Russia
Government support. Technological development projects
RDIF Technology platform
Key criteria for project selection
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Focus on development and implementation of new technologies with international replication potential;
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Advanced project stage - developed prototype, verified business model and scalable sales channels;
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Self-sufficiency of a project is a plus. Otherwise there should be a clear roadmap towards selfsufficiency;
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Economic attractiveness adequate for a risk level;
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RDIF and partners’ investments in the project from RUB 300 mn.
What is the opportunity?
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Raising money at a relatively early stage, when funding options for mature businesses are not available;
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Promotion on the Russian and global markets;
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Partnership with the leading international technological investors.
Other support tools and institutions
Rusnano
What is the opportunity?
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Equity participation in a venture;
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Loan or guarantee on a venture’s third-party obligations.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF
Russian Venture Company
What is the opportunity?
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Investments from one the RVC's venture funds.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF
Russian Technological Development Fund
What is the opportunity?
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Preferential loans from RUB 50 million to RUB 300 million at a rate of 1% for up to 5 years.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF
Skolkovo Foundation
What is the opportunity?
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Grants from RUB 30 mn to RUB 300 mn, minigrants up to RUB 5 mn and micro-grants of up to RUB 1.5 mn.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF
Fund for Infrastructure and Educational Programs
What is the opportunity?
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Financing the establishment of nanotechnology centers, technological engineering companies and small innovation companies.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF
Technological parks and technology and innovation special economic zones
What is the opportunity?
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Tax credits and customs privileges;
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Access to infrastructure and equipment. Special rental conditions.
Last update: 03.2019
Sources: RDIF