In 2026, the rules for entering Russia depend on the traveler's citizenship, purpose of visit, and length of stay. Citizens of China have been able to enter Russia visa-free since December 2025 under a temporary bilateral agreement, while US citizens are still required to obtain a visa. Against this backdrop, inbound tourism to Russia grew by 4.5% in 2025, reaching approximately 4.8 million tourist visits — with China accounting for more than half of that flow.