China Extends Visa-Free Entry for Russians
China will allow Russians to enter visa-free until 2027. The policy applies to stays of up to 30 days.
ManyPress Editorial Team
ManyPress Editorial
China has extended visa-free entry for Russian citizens through December 31, 2027. Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun made the announcement on May 20. Russian citizens can enter China without a visa for up to 30 days for various purposes.
Visa-Free Entry Details
The visa-free entry policy allows Russian citizens holding international passports to stay in China for up to 30 days for business, tourism, sightseeing, visits to relatives and friends, and transit. China initially introduced visa-free entry for Russians on September 15, 2025, on a trial basis.
Reciprocal Agreement
In December, Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing Chinese citizens to enter Russia without visas for 30 days, through September 14, 2026. The introduction and extension of the visa-free regime for Russian citizens were announced during Vladimir Putin’s state visits to China.
Key points
- China has extended visa-free entry for Russian citizens until December 31, 2027.
- The policy applies to stays of up to 30 days for business, tourism, and other purposes.
- China introduced visa-free entry for Russians on September 15, 2025, on a trial basis.
- Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing Chinese citizens to enter Russia without visas for 30 days, through September 14, 2026.
This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Meduza (English).
