Russia has initiated a large-scale integration of the digital ruble into its budget and banking systems, aiming for a full rollout by September 2026. The digital currency is now actively used in state-related transactions, including transfers to the government budget and payments to federal agencies. The Central Bank of Russia has mandated that by September 1, 2026, major banks and their institutional retail clients must facilitate transactions using the digital ruble. Additionally, transactions involving digital ruble accounts for taxes, fees, and government payments are now free of charge.