Passport Note
All foreign nationals must register their passports at the local police station within five working days of their arrival; if staying at a hotel, reception will do this automatically.
Passports
All visitors to Belarus must hold a passport valid for 90 days after departure and with at least two blank pages.
Visas
Visas to Belarus are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements. Visa Note
To apply for a tourist visa, you usually need to include a letter from your tour operator or travel agency or a scanned/faxed copy of your accommodation booking.
Transit
Transit visas (single-, double- or multiple-entry) allow travel through Belarus for up to two days and are valid for up to a year.
Types of Visa and Cost
UK nationals: transit visa: £50; short-term visa: £70; long-term visa: £220.
US nationals: transit visa: £100; short-term visa: £100-£115 depending on the number of entries; long-term visa: £165. Canadian and Australian nationals: transit visa: £20-£35; short-term visa: £50-£100 depending on the number of entries; long-term visa: £125. Visa fees vary for EU countries other than the UK; check with your local consulate. Fees are roughly double if you choose 48-hour processing. Validity
Single- or double-entry short-term tourist visa: 30 days; single-, double- or multiple-entry short-term visitor visa (for visiting friends and relatives): 90 days; single-, double- or multiple-entry short-term business visa: 90 days; long-term visa: usually 90 days within a year.
Applications to:
Contact your nearest consulate (or consular section at embassy). If you live in a country where there is no Belarusian embassy or consulate, you can obtain a visa at Minsk National Airport, but must submit your documentation to the Foreign Admissions Division of the Consular Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.mfa.gov.by) in advance.
Working Days Required
At least five days, but there is also an option of 48-hour express processing.
You must be able to provide proof of funds to cover your stay.
If you wish to extend your stay, you should contact the local office of the Citizenship and Migration Department.
Entry With Pets
If importing animals, you must provide a veterinary inspection certificate and vaccination certificate.
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