Russia — visa-free entry for Chinese citizens extended to 31 Dec 2027
On 20 July 2026 President Putin signed an Executive Order extending the temporary visa-free entry for Chinese ordinary-passport holders (introduced by Order No. 872 of 1 December 2025, which was due to expire on 14 September 2026) through to 31 December 2027 inclusive. Up to 30 days per entry for tourism or business, ordinary passport only. China extended the mirror waiver for Russian citizens to the same date in May 2026. No change to the verdict — the border answer stays visa-free; this locks in that it does not lapse this September.
Who this affects
Check a specific routeChina → Russia
The rule todayVisa-free · 30 days
In force since2026-07-20
What has NOT changed
A change to the visa rule does not change these. They apply as before.
Passport validityMust be valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.