Country guide
Russia (Moscow) Business etiquette and meeting customs
Europe/Moscow
What kind of meeting?
Moderate punctuality
A few minutes late is tolerated, but let people know if you'll be later.
Meeting Culture
Recommended duration60+ min
Communication StyleFormal, hierarchical
Greeting StyleFirm handshake
Daily Schedule
Work Hours09:00 – 18:00
Breakfast08:00 – 09:00
Lunch13:00 – 14:00
Dinner19:00 – 20:00
Sleep23:00 – 07:00
Tips for Meetings
For the kind of meeting you chose above.
Dress Code
Business formal
Tone
Formal, hierarchical
- ·Always address the most senior person first
- ·Negotiations can span multiple meetings — be patient
- ·Written contracts are essential to formalize agreements
General Tips
- ·Be punctual even if your counterpart is late
- ·Hierarchy is respected — address senior members first
- ·Business negotiations can be lengthy
- ·Trust is built over time through repeated meetings
Cultural Notes
- ·Moscow time zone
- ·Multiple time zones in country
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