Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree that extends a one-time payment of 195 thousand rubles to mobilized personnel, including conscripts who sign a contract during a special operation. The decree has been officially published on the portal for legal information, confirming the updated terms of compensation for those involved in the military effort. This move expands the scope of the financial aid previously outlined and clarifies who qualifies for the lump-sum payment amid ongoing mobilization measures in the country.
The new document revises an earlier presidential decree issued on November 2, which already allocated the same 195 thousand rubles to mobilization participants, conscripts, and other individuals who entered into a military service contract with the Russian Armed Forces after the partial mobilization was announced on September 21. By amending the earlier decree, the government ensures that more service members who meet specific service criteria can receive the one-time payment, regardless of when they initially joined the service, as long as their contracts are for an extended period.
Previously, a representative from the financial bloc of the Defense Ministry, identified as Sergey Mikischenko, outlined the payment procedure in accordance with the president’s decree. The official communications clarified that eligible soldiers would receive the lump sum once the conditions of mobilization and contract duration were met, ensuring a clear administrative pathway for disbursement. The statements provided practical guidance on how the payment would be processed and under which circumstances it would apply to both called-up personnel and those who have signed longer-term contracts.
As of the date of the partial mobilization, the policy specifies that a one-time payment will be issued to service members who have signed contracts of one year or more and to those mobilized under the announced measures. The policy aims to provide financial support to personnel linked to the mobilization effort, recognizing the unique obligations faced by soldiers entering into extended service agreements during a period of military readiness. Analysts note that this approach can help stabilize morale and retention among affected units while clarifying eligibility criteria for the compensation program within the broader framework of national defense priorities.