Hanoi, Oct. 13 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on October 12 allowing Vietnamese citizens to enter and stay in Russia visa-free for up to 30 days, according to the Interfax news agency.
The policy applies to Vietnamese ordinary passport holders travelling to Russia for tourism, family visits, business, scientific, cultural, political and social activities, economic activities, sports, or transit through Russian territory.
The visa exemption will take effect on October 15 and remain in force through October 15, 2027.
The policy does not apply to those entering Russia for employment, including journalists, or for study or long-term residence.
Russia currently receives around 15,000 visits by Vietnamese tourists annuall...