Where to go without a visa: the current list of countries for Russians for 2026
In 2026, Russians received more opportunities for travel - a number of new visa-free destinations opened, and entry to some countries became easier.
- From May 11, 2026, a visa-free regime will begin to operate withSaudi Arabia.
China.The visa-free regime has been in force since September 2025 (initially for a year), but the authorities are ready to extend it.
Stay without a visa – up to 30 days. You'll be met in China.private guidesAnd they'll offer you a copy.individual toursehtravel agenciesChina will offer its services and organizetourInteresting excursions for travelers.
Jordan. The country became visa-free for Russians from December 2025, allowing a stay of up to 30 days.
Tourists are waiting for the ancient city of Petra, the picturesque Dead Sea and the mysterious Wadi Rum desert.
They will meet in Jordan.private guidesAnd they'll offer you a copy.individual excursions,andtravel agenciesJordanian countries will offer their services and organizetourInteresting excursions for travelers.
VietnamSince 2025, the visa-free period has been increased to 45 days. You can explore the country - from the capital Hanoi to the tropical island of Phu Quoc.
And if you want to stay longer, apply for an electronic visa for 90 days with the right of multiple entry.
In the Maldives, it is even easier to complete an online declaration of arrival.
Visa-free travel is still valid in Oman, Qatar, Malaysia, a number of CIS countries and Latin American countries.
Italy has launched an electronic visa for Russians.
At the same time, the usual visa-free regime remains with Turkey, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Georgia.
And destinations such as Saudi Arabia, China and Jordan are available without long visa procedures.
Check the validity of your passport (often at least 6 months) and check the current entry rules.
Traveling with a local guide turns an ordinary trip into a real immersion in the culture of the country. Only a local resident knows the secret streets of the old city, where to try authentic dishes, which traditions should be respected, and which places tourists usually miss in vain.
For example, in Hanoi, the guide will show popular attractions and a tiny shop with the best fo in the city, and on the island of Phu Quoc will take you to the beach with crystal clear water.
Thanks to such insights, the trip becomes deeper and richer: you feel the rhythm and atmosphere of the country.
In addition to convenience and vivid impressions, working with a local guide gives important advantages.
The first is security.
The guide will tell you how to avoid common traps for tourists, navigate in case of unforeseen situations and help when communicating with locals if there is a language barrier.
Second, time saving: instead of long searches and tests, the guide will make a route taking into account your interests and current schedule.
Third, access to exclusive activities – master classes, home dinners or excursions to enclosed places – is possible through trusted local guides.
Source of information: personalguide
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