Who is eligible: Holders of Russian ordinary (regular) passports.
Length per stay: Up to 30 days per entry.
Permitted purposes:
Tourism
Business visits
Visiting relatives and friends
Cultural or academic exchanges (non‑paid)
Transit through China
Not permitted:
Paid employment
Full‑time study
Journalism or media work
Other professional activities if counted as work
Required documents / conditions: Valid ordinary passport; proof of accommodation or visit purpose might be asked. Sometimes registration may be needed when staying in private homes.
Expected outcomes: Increase in tourism from Russia; easier travel and stronger people‑to‑people ties.