Under Decree No. 730, signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 12, 2026, Vietnamese citizens holding ordinary passports are permitted to enter and stay in Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
Source: Official Legal Information Portal of the Russian Federation
According to the decree published on the Official Legal Information Portal of the Russian Federation, the visa-free policy applies to Vietnamese citizens holding ordinary passports who enter Russia for family visits, business trips, tourism, participation in scientific, cultural, socio-political, economic or sporting activities, or transit through Russian territory.
The visa exemption does not apply to Vietnamese citizens entering Russia for employment purposes, including journalistic activities, or for study or residence in the country.
The decree takes effect on October 15, 2026, and the visa-free policy will remain in effect until October 15, 2027.
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