Biometric electronic real estate transactions will become available… (биометрия · сделка · недвижимость)
Biometric electronic real estate transactions will become available starting July 1st. Starting July 1st, Russians will be able to conduct biometric electronic real estate transactions—such as taking out a mortgage, selling property, or registering shares.
Consensus
- The use of biometric data in real estate transactions became available starting July 1, 2026.
- Biometric identification can be used alongside enhanced qualified electronic signatures (UKEP) for electronic deals.
- Registration and verification of biometrics must be done through 'Gosuslugi' or service centers including bank offices.
Points of divergence
- The change was implemented due to a federal law that allows identification using the unified system for identifying and authenticating physical persons with biometric personal data. — vm
- Biometrics can be used in conjunction with UKEP, but it is not required; previously, one had to submit an application at MFC or Rosreestr before using electronic signatures. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- In Russia, starting July 1st, real estate can be sold using biometrics — Вести
- Biometric electronic real estate transactions to become available from July 1 — Вечерняя Москва