China passport → Russia

Russia visa for citizens of China

Visa-free

Citizens of China can visit Russia without a visa for up to 15 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-08-16. 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 15 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Join a pre-approved tour group
Find a travel agency authorized by the Russian government to organize visa-free group tours.
2
Provide passport details to the agency
Submit your passport information to the travel agency for group registration.
3
Receive tourist voucher and itinerary
The agency issues a tourist voucher and a group itinerary confirming your participation.
4
Travel to Russia with the group
Enter Russia as part of the group; individual travel is not permitted under this scheme.
5
Present documents at border control
Show your passport and tourist voucher to the border officer upon arrival.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for the duration of stay.

Travel

Tourist voucher (confirmation from pre-approved travel agency)
Issued by a travel agency authorized by the Russian government.
Group travel itinerary (for groups of 5 to 50)
Must be arranged through a pre-approved travel agency.

Good to know

This visa-free regime is only for groups of 5 to 50 tourists traveling together.
The scheme is valid until 14 September 2026.
You must stay with the group throughout the visit; independent travel is not allowed.

Common refusal reasons

Traveling alone or in a group smaller than 5 or larger than 50.

Ensure your group size is between 5 and 50 tourists.

Not using a pre-approved travel agency.

Only book through an agency authorized by the Russian government.

Passport not valid for the duration of stay.

Check passport validity before travel.

FAQ

Do citizens of China need a visa for Russia?

Citizens of China can visit Russia without a visa for up to 15 days.

How long can citizens of China stay in Russia?

Up to 15 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of China need for Russia?

Valid passport; Tourist voucher (confirmation from pre-approved travel agency); Group travel itinerary (for groups of 5 to 50).

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