On Thursday, September 8, the U.S. Treasury Department extended the validity of a permit that allows Americans to settle taxes and duties in the Russian Federation for an extra three months. This update was reported by TASS, citing the revised public license issued by the office involved in implementing these rules. The extension signals a temporary relaxation of certain payment channels and compliance requirements for U.S. persons who engage in financial transactions tied to Russia, including tax payments and duties. It also underscores how U.S. policy tools continue to adapt in response to shifting sanctions landscapes while aiming to maintain basic commerce under carefully defined allowances.
In this context, the validity period of the permit has been extended until 7 December of the current year. The measures will apply to import duties in the Russian Federation as well, meaning that transactions linked to government levies on goods arriving from or through Russia can proceed under the clarified framework through the extended window. The extension may provide practical continuity for businesses and individuals who rely on these specific channels for regulatory compliance, reporting, and the timely discharge of obligations to Russian authorities, all within the scope of U.S. policy constraints.
At the same time, the previous version of May 25 allowed such transactions to be made until September 30, creating a longer runway for planning and execution under the rules in force at that time. The new extension reflects ongoing adjustments to permit holders and the administrative processes that support them, which can impact how companies schedule payments, file notices, and coordinate cross-border activities with suppliers and customers in regions affected by sanctions regimes.
The document states, “U.S. persons and entities directly or indirectly owned or controlled by a U.S. citizen are permitted to pay taxes, duties, or import duties, or to obtain or obtain permits and other transactions.” This language highlights the scope of the carve-out under the revised license and how it interacts with ordinary operations for multinational enterprises, global traders, and individual taxpayers who must navigate both U.S. and Russian requirements. In practice, the extension may help ensure continued liquidity and timely compliance while the policy remains under review and subject to potential future amendments that reflect evolving geopolitical and economic conditions.
Previously, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs declaration, it was noted that U.S. sanctions did not block food exports from Russia. Deputy State Department Spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized that the United States aims to keep essential foods and fertilizer moving toward global markets, balancing national safety and international humanitarian considerations with broader sanction goals. For Canadian and American businesses, this clarification can influence sourcing strategies, inventory management, and risk assessment as companies consider supply chain resilience, pricing, and regulatory alignment across North America. Stakeholders are advised to monitor official updates because policy details can shift with new sanctions rounds, licensing adjustments, or diplomatic developments that affect how payments and duties are processed in relation to Russian trade activities.