India Considers First Visa-Free Deal With Russia
Russia and India are discussing a group visa-free regime, with India yet to make a final decision. The Indian ambassador in Moscow stated that Russia could become the first country with such a regime, though technical procedures remain to be agreed upon.
Consensus
- Russia and India are discussing a group visa-free entry regime.
- India has no visa-free regime with any country at present.
- Currently, only government officials and diplomats are allowed visa-free entry into India.
- The Indian ambassador in Moscow confirmed ongoing discussions with Russia on this matter.
- Technical procedures need to be agreed upon before any agreement is finalized.
Points of divergence
- Russia extended the temporary visa-free regime for Chinese citizens until the end of 2027, and China introduced a visa-free regime for Russian citizens effective September 15, 2025, which was later extended. — vedomosti
- Russian Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov mentioned the potential resumption of direct flights between Russia and Myanmar in October, citing tourism prospects despite low current numbers. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Russia and India discuss introduction of group visa-free regime — Ведомости
- Ambassador Kumar: Russia may become the first visa-free country for India — Вести