The Central Bank has disclosed the timeframe for introducing the “one loan per hand” rule in microfinance organizations

27.11.2024 17:14

The Central Bank has finally decided on the introduction of a new standard for clients of microfinance organizations (MFOs).

A rule of “one loan per person” will be introduced in Russia.

This regulation will come into effect in 2027, RBC reports.

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In addition, the regulator intends to abandon the use of the term “payday loan”.

It also became known that from July 1 of next year, the Central Bank will legislatively restrict the issuance of “expensive” loans to individuals by microfinance organizations.

Representatives of the regulator previously emphasized that a number of measures will be introduced in Russia that are intended to reduce the credit burden on citizens.

For reference

Microfinance is a type of activity related to the provision of financial services.

Dmitry Bobrov Author: Dmitry Bobrov Editor of Internet resources