In Russia, cryptocurrency may be recognized as jointly acquired property in 2026

Research by investor Khodchenkov shows that in 2025-2026, cryptocurrency may be recognized as jointly acquired property. The expert notes that the growing popularity of digital assets makes this idea logical, since ignoring them when dividing property is absurd. According to him, legislative regulation will allow for the introduction of a clear procedure for the distribution of assets, reducing the number of legal disputes, and recognizing crypto assets as a full-fledged class of property.

Source Gazeta.ru

However, Khodchenkov also emphasizes the existence of risks, in particular, difficulties in verifying ownership of cryptocurrency, since assets are stored in digital wallets, to which only one of the spouses has access. This could lead to new conflicts and attempts to hide funds. There are also questions regarding the declaration of cryptocurrency, which could negatively affect investors due to the need to explain the origin of the funds.

On October 21, 2025, a bill was already introduced in the State Duma of the Russian Federation proposing amendments to the Family Code, defining digital currency acquired during marriage as joint property. Such changes could significantly simplify the process of asset distribution during divorce, but would require resolving issues regarding the identification and confirmation of ownership rights to cryptocurrency.