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title: China visa for citizens of Russia
description: Citizens of Russia can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# China visa for citizens of Russia

Citizens of Russia can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## Good to know

- Visa-free policy for Russian citizens is valid until December 31, 2027; after that date a visa will be required.
- Travel purpose must be business, tourism, family visit, exchange, or transit; work, study, or news coverage require a visa.
- Passport must be valid for at least the intended stay duration; travel documents or emergency passports are not accepted.
- Entry may be denied if purpose does not match visa-free categories or if the traveler is otherwise inadmissible.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Travel purpose not covered by visa-free policy (e.g., work, study, news coverage).** — Apply for the appropriate visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate before travel.
- **Passport not valid for the entire intended stay or is not an ordinary passport.** — Ensure passport is an ordinary passport valid for at least the duration of stay.
- **Overstaying the 30-day limit or engaging in prohibited activities.** — Leave China before the 30 days expire and only engage in permitted activities.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Russia need a visa for China?

Citizens of Russia can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.

### How long can citizens of Russia stay in China?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

## Sources

- [China to trial visa-free policy for Russian citizens](https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202509/02/content_WS68b6ce1ac6d0868f4e8f5437.html)
- [FAQs on Visa-free Entry into China](https://losangeles.china-consulate.gov.cn/eng/gdxw/202511/t20251111_11750508.htm)
- [China's visa-free policy for Russian citizens-News](https://www.visaforchina.cn/BOM3_EN/tongzhigonggao/426359999682449408.html)

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- [China visa for every passport](/visa/china)
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