.RU domain can be registered by anyone from any country; physical presence or commercial activity in Russia is not required.

• Data verification rules: Under current regulations, registrants must provide legally required information to verify their identity.

• For Russian residents: Verification is performed independently via the "Gosuslugi" (ESIA) platform.

• For foreign applicants: Foreign applicants without Russian residency status typically complete the registration process using trusted representative (trustee) services or special verification mechanisms provided by the domain registrar.

Please note: Trusted representative (trustee) services are not currently offered.