# Russia plans to ban two-person e-scooter rides and couriers on sidewalks

https://mins.news/en/item/126789

- Meduza, 2026-11-03 08:42 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/news/2026/11/03/russia-to-ban-two-people-from-riding-a-single-e-scooter-and-prohibit-delivery-couriers-from-using-sidewalks

> Russia’s Transport Ministry has drafted traffic-code amendments covering personal mobility devices. Some e-scooters and e-bikes would require an M-category license and be barred from sidewalks and pedestrian zones. The proposals also prohibit two people riding one e-scooter, ban couriers from sidewalks, and introduce paid parking in designated areas. The draft is due to be published for public discussion.