Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced a visa-free regime for Vietnamese citizens for one year, until October 15, 2027.

Under the decree, Vietnamese citizens will be allowed to enter and stay in Russia without a visa for up to 30 days for private or business visits, tourism, participation in scientific, cultural, socio-political, economic and sporting events, as well as transit, The Caspian Post reports, citing TASS.

“The visa-free regime will remain in effect until October 15, 2027, inclusive,” the decree states.

The document was published on Russia’s official legal information portal.

The decree will enter into force on October 15, 2026.

The visa-free arrangement will not apply to Vietnamese citizens entering Russia for employment, permanent residence, education or journalistic activities.