How to Get a Permit to Sell Xiaomi Products in 2026: A Complete Guide

Xiaomi’s sales in Russia are a lucrative but highly regulated business, with the company actively fighting grey imports and Russian legislation tightening requirements for electronics sellers. Without properly documented documents, fines of up to 500,000 are expected. ₽, blocking accounts or even criminal liability for counterfeiting.

In this article, we will discuss legal ways to obtain a permit for Xiaomi to sell in 2026: from registration of IP to obtaining certificates of conformity. We will pay attention to the nuances of working with official distributors, the risks of parallel imports and current changes in customs legislation. If you plan to sell through marketplaces (Wildberries, Ozon, Yandex Market), here you will find a checklist of mandatory documents for each site.

⚠️ Important: C 1 March 2026 New regulations of the Customs Union TR CU came into force 004/2011 (updated version, which has tightened the requirements for the labeling of imported electronics, now for sale Xiaomi must have a declaration of conformity and marking “EAC” on each device.

Why you can’t just buy and resell Xiaomi

Many aspiring entrepreneurs think that it is enough to order a batch of Redmi smartphones or Mi Band smartwatches on AliExpress and put them on Avito.

• 🚨 Marketplace locks, Wildberries and Ozon automatically check product IDs, and without certificates, your product will be taken off the market.
• 💸 Fines from Rospotrebnadzor, the sale of uncertified electronics is punishable by a fine of up to 300,000 ₽ for IP and up to 1,000,000 ₽ legalize.
• 🔒 Confiscation of goods at customs without a declaration of conformity, the shipment Xiaomi can seize and destroy.
• 📉 Reputational risks: Buyers are increasingly checking the legality of goods through check.market.gosuslugi.ru. "Gray" products lead to negative reviews.

Another trap is parallel imports, which are allowed from 2022, but only if the goods are legally imported, with all duties paid and the label “PI”, but Xiaomi actively sues sellers who import equipment without the consent of an official distributor. In 2023, the company won a lawsuit against the chain of stores in Yekaterinburg, recovering 12 million ₽ for copyright infringement.

Step 1: Business registration – IP or LLC?

Without a legal entity, it is legally impossible to sell Xiaomi.

To start with, an IP will be suitable for a 6% SNF, which is minimal cost and simplified reporting, but if you plan to work with official Xiaomi distributors (for example, Merlion or other companies). RDC), They often require a minimum turnover of 5 million. ₽/month.

⚠️ Note: When registering, please specify OKVED 47.41 (“Retailing of computer equipment, programs and phones”) and OKVED 46.51 (“Shareholding of computers, peripherals and software”). Without these codes, you will not be connected to marketplaces.

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If you register an IP, choose a tax regime of 6% USN, which is the best option for selling electronics, and later, if you increase turnover, you can switch to USN 15% or LLC.

Step 2: Obtaining Certificates and Declarations

This is the most difficult and expensive phase, and legal sales of Xiaomi in 2026 require:

1. Declaration of Conformity of TR CU 004/2011 — It is designed for each model separately (for example, Redmi Note). 12 Pro and Xiaomi 13T require different declarations).
2. Certificate of Conformity TR CU 020/2011 — for devices with wireless communication function (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 5G).
3. The EAC marking is applied to the packaging or the device itself, and is mandatory for all imported electronics from 2026.
4. Certificate of state registration (SGR) – for devices with encryption (smartphones, smart speakers).

The cost of registration of documents for one model:

• 📄 Declaration of TR CU 004/2011 — 15 000–30 000 ₽
• 📡 Certificate of TR CU 020/2011 — 25 000–50 000 ₽
• 🏷️ Marking "EAC" - 5,000-10000 ₽ (party)
• 🔐 SGR (for smartphones) – 50,000–100,000 ₽

⚠️ Note: If you purchase goods from an official distributor (e.g. Merlion or RDC), They provide certificates for free, but if you import them directly from China, you have to do all the paperwork yourself.

Step 3: How to buy goods – official and “gray”

Where you buy Xiaomi depends on the legality of your business.

1.Official distributors in Russia

The safest, but also the most expensive way, is that in 2026, Xiaomi is working with three main partners:

• 🏢 Merlion, the largest distributor, supplies Redmi, POCO, Minimum batch of 50 units per model, 10-15% above market prices, but guaranteed support and documents.
• 📦 RDC (Retail Distribution Company - specializes in smart technology (Mi Band, robot vacuum cleaners). Minimum order - 30 pcs.
• 🔄 MTS Distribution - Supplies smartphones and accessories, works only with LLC.

2. parallel import ("gray" goods)

Legal since 2022, but risky. You import goods without Xiaomi's consent, but with the payment of duties and the PI marking.

• 💰 Prices are lower by 20-30% compared to official distributors.
• 🌍 Wide range (you can order models that are not available in Russia).

Cons:

• ⚖️ Risk of legal action from Xiaomi (the company is actively pursuing “gray” sellers).
• 🚫 There is no official guarantee (buyers may require a refund).
• 📦 Difficulties with certification (you will have to prepare documents yourself).

Purchase from Chinese suppliers (AliExpress, 1688)

The cheapest, but also the most problematic option. 1688.com lower than the Russian 2-3 times, but:

• 🛂 Customs can block the party without a declaration.
• 📦 Products often go without Russian localization (problems with a guarantee).
• 💸 Additional logistics and certification costs eat up the savings.

Step 4: Product labeling – what changed in 2026

On January 1, 2026, a new labeling procedure for imported electronics came into force, and Xiaomi must now:

1. The EAU marking is applied to the packaging or the device itself, without which the goods will not be allowed at customs.
2. Registering with the Honest ZNA system** (for smartphones and tablets) Each device must have a unique code that is scanned at the time of sale.
3. Indication of country of origin** in Russian (e.g., "Made in China").

⚠️ Note: If you sell through marketplaces (Ozon, Wildberries), they require a photo of the EAC marking when you download the product.

The cost of labeling:

• 🏷️ Applying "EAC" on the packaging - 3-5 ₽/with a circulation of 1 000 pcs.).
• 📱 Registration in the “Honest ZNK” – 1 ₽/Payed on sale).

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From 2026, the labeling of the EAC and registration in the “Honest ZNK” are mandatory for all imported electronics, without which the product will not pass customs and will not be allowed to sell on marketplaces.

Step 5: Connecting to marketplaces – Ozon, Wildberries, Yandex Market requirements

Each site has its own requirements for Xiaomi sellers, and let’s analyze the key points:

🔹 How to avoid blocking on marketplaces:

• 📋 Upload scans of all certificates to your personal account.
• 📸 Take a photo of the labeling "EAC" and "PI" (if parallel import).
• 📄 Sign a contract with a supplier (even if you buy from a distributor).
• 🔄 Update documents every 3 years (validity of declarations).

⚠️ Warning: Wildberries and Ozon automatically check documents through the EAS system. If the certificate is expired or fake, your account will be blocked without warning.

Step 6: Taxes, reporting and audit risks

Xiaomi's sale is a turnover with increased tax controls.

Tax regimes

• 📊 USN 6% – optimal for IP with a turnover of up to 150 million ₽/The tax is paid on the proceeds.
• 📉 15% USN - suitable if you have high expenses (for example, logistics.
• 🏦 BASSINE + VAT – mandatory for LLC with a turnover of over 200 million ₽/year.

2. Accountability

What to rent:

• 📑 Declaration on the USN - once a year (until April 30).
• 📊 Book of accounting of income and expenses - for USN 15%.
• 📄 Marketplace reporting – if you sell through sites (monthly).

3. Risks of inspections

What is checked most often:

• 🔍 Certificates – Rospotrebnadzor can request originals.
• 💰 Tax payments – if the turnover does not coincide with the declaration, there will be an on-site inspection.
• 📦 Marking – Customs and marketplaces are matched by EAU codes».

💡 Tip: Keep separate records for each Xiaomi model, which will simplify reporting and help with inspections.

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Use online accounting (such as Kontur.Elba or MoySwarehouse) to automatically generate reports, which will reduce the risk of errors and penalties.

FAQ: Frequent Questions About Selling Xiaomi