Overview
- A new law shifts the monthly cutoff for utility payments from the 10th to the 15th beginning March 1, 2026.
- The five-day extension was announced by Sergey Kolunov, deputy chair of the State Duma committee on construction and housing, in comments to RIA Novosti on January 11.
- Lawmakers say the later date should cut the number of overdue bills and associated penalty charges.
- The change responds to common payday schedules that fall around the 12th to 15th, allowing payments after wages are received.
- Authorities have not provided details on any additional administrative steps or billing adjustments for service providers.