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Russian Arrivals to Vietnam Forecast to Reach Record High

28/09/2026

The number of Russian visitors to Vietnam is forecast to reach a historic record of 1.5 million this year. According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, Russian arrivals to Vietnam surpassed 1 million in the first eight months of 2026, representing a remarkable 165.7% increase year-on-year.

Over 411,000 visitors from Russia and CIS member countries come to the central city of Da Nang in the first 8 months of 2026, up 94.2% year on year and representing 5.8% of the total number of international visitors to the city. Photo: VNA

This was the highest growth rate among Vietnam’s major international tourist markets. With this result, Russia jumped from around seventh place in 2025 to become Vietnam’s third-largest source market, behind China with 3.54 million visitors and the Republic of Korea 2.76 million.

The number of Russian visitors to the central city of Da Nang in the first 8 months of 2026 reaches nearly 300,000 - a year-on-year increase of 151.4% - placing Russia seventh among Da Nang's top ten international source markets. Photo: VNA

Beach destinations such as Nha Trang, Mui Ne and Phu Quoc remain highly attractive to Russian tourists thanks to favourable weather, well-developed resorts and diverse cuisine.

Russian visitors at Phu Quoc island. Photo by courtesy/VNA

Russian visitors arrive at Phu Quoc island. Photo by courtesy/VNA

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International Arrivals to Vietnam up 14.5%

07/10/2026
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Vietnam's tourism sector maintained strong growth in the first nine months of 2026, welcoming 17.68 million international visitors, up 14.5% year on year. The growth was supported by a safe and secure environment, favourable visa policies, stronger tourism promotion, diverse tourism products, and Vietnam's appeal in terms of natural landscapes, culture, cuisine and competitive travel costs.