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Rossiya Bank controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2022

    Sanctions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine

    The bank was among Russian financial institutions targeted by expanded sanctions after the invasion of Ukraine, including United Kingdom measures and European disconnection from SWIFT.

  2. 2021

    Offshore structures and elite wealth allegations

    Reporting connected to the Pandora Papers alleged that the bank helped maintain a network of offshore companies associated with Russian elites. The allegation contributed to scrutiny of the bank's ownership and political relationships.

  3. 2014

    Sanctions over Crimea expansion

    Rossiya Bank and major shareholders were sanctioned by the United States, the European Union, and other jurisdictions after the bank expanded operations into Crimea following Russia's annexation.