Russian Bank Account Blocks Surge: Complaints Up 14.7% in 2025 Amid Automated AML Crackdown

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Russian Bank Account Blocks Surge: Complaints Up 14.7% in 2025 Amid Automated AML Crackdown

A significant rise in bank card and account blockages is triggering a wave of consumer frustration across Russia. According to the Bank of Russia, total complaints against financial institutions surged by 14.7% year-on-year in 2025. Analysts at Mondiara attribute this trend to the central bank's expanded criteria for "suspicious transactions" and the widespread adoption of automated Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and anti-fraud systems. While these measures aim to curb shadow capital and cyber-fraud, the high rate of false positives is creating significant friction for legitimate retail and corporate clients in early 2026. This regulatory shift highlights the increasing operational risks for banks balancing compliance with customer retention. Let’s Build the Future: 📩 Contact for Investors: i@mondiara.ru 🌐 Explore more: [mondiara.com](https://mondiara.com)

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