Vietnamese citizens can enter Russia visa-free for up to 30 days

The President of Russia has signed Decree No. 730 of 12.10.2026 on a temporary procedure for entry into and exit from Russia for citizens of Vietnam. The decree came into force on 15 October 2026 and is valid until 15 October 2027. ConsultantPlus reported the document.

What has changed

Citizens of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam may enter Russia and stay for up to 30 days without a visa, using their ordinary national passport. This covers private and business visits, tourism, participation in scientific, cultural, socio-political, economic and sports events, and transit.

Who is affected

Vietnamese citizens travelling to Russia for a short stay. The visa-free procedure does not apply if the purpose of the trip is work (including journalism), study or residence. In these cases a visa is still required.

What to do

• Check the length of your trip: you may stay no longer than 30 days without a visa.
• If you plan to work, study or move to Russia, apply for a visa under the usual rules.
• Remember that the temporary procedure is valid until 15 October 2027.

Which translations you will need

For a business invitation, study, work or residence in Russia, documents in Vietnamese usually need a Russian translation certified by a notary: passport, diplomas, certificates, statements.

Send your documents to Stylus: we will translate them into Russian and have them certified by the notary in the office next door.