Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia will respond to China’s visa-free entry decision for Russian citizens. From September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2026, Russians with ordinary passports can enter China visa-free for 30-day stays covering business, tourism, and family visits. Russia is considering extending Chinese e-visa stays to 30 days with 120-day validity. Around 3 million Russians visited China in 2024. After Beijing’s announcement, flight bookings for post-September 15 departures doubled, while hotel searches surged five- to ninefold. China now offers visa-free access to 75 countries.