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14.03.2026

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Daniil Kadyrov

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What to Do If a Debt Is Not Paid After a Court Judgment

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Date:

14.03.2026

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5 minutes

FAQ

How much does it cost to file an application through the Smart Indexation service?

The service fee is 10 percent of the amount by which the payment is increased as a result of indexation.

Can an application for indexation be filed if the debt was paid but with a delay?

Yes, indexation applies to the period of delay — from the date when the amount should have been paid to the actual date of payment.

Can partial payment of the debt be indexed?

Yes. If the debtor paid part of the amount, indexation applies to the remaining debt, taking into account the dates of partial payments.

What should be done if the court refused to index the awarded sums?

You may file a new application correcting calculation errors, or appeal the court ruling in the appellate instance.

Is a state fee required for filing an indexation application?

No, an application for indexation is not subject to a state fee.

What is the limitation period for filing an indexation application?

The law does not directly set a specific period. In practice, courts refer to the general limitation period (three years) and assess whether the filing period is reasonable.

Can the debt be indexed together with interest awarded by the court?

Indexation applies to the awarded principal debt. Interest and penalties are considered separately and are generally not indexed.

Is a new writ of execution needed for indexation of awarded sums?

No, indexation is treated as part of enforcement of an already issued decision. A new writ of execution is not required.

How many times can an application for indexation of awarded sums be filed?

An application may be filed repeatedly — each time a new period has passed since the previous application and the amount has depreciated due to inflation.
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Key Terms

E

Enforcement Proceedings

A set of procedural actions aimed at actual enforcement of court judgments and other enforceable documents, carried out by the Federal Bailiff Service.

I

Indexation of Awarded Monetary Sums

The process of increasing a sum awarded by a court by the amount of inflation for the period until its actual payment. Its purpose is to preserve the real value of the collected funds and ensure enforcement of the court judgment.

L

Limitation Period

The period established by law during which a person is entitled to seek judicial protection of an infringed right. Once this period expires, the claim must be dismissed if the opposing party invokes the expiration. The general limitation period in Russia is three years; special periods may be shorter or longer.

W

Writ of Execution

A judicial document issued on the basis of a court judgment that has entered into legal force. It certifies the creditor’s right to demand enforcement and must be submitted to the Federal Bailiff Service or a bank.

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