Belarus Visa Policy Overview#
Belarus has A Practical visa policy that outlines the requirements for entry based on nationality. The country allows a range of access options, including visa-free entry for certain nationalities, as well as those who require a visa prior to arrival. Understanding these regulations is essential for travelers planning to visit Belarus.
Visa-Free and Visa-on-Arrival Access#
Belarus offers visa-free access to citizens of specific countries, categorized by the duration of stay allowed without a visa.
Visa-Free Access (Up to 90 Days)#
Citizens from the following six countries can enter Belarus without a visa for up to 90 days:
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Israel
- Mongolia
- United Arab Emirates
- Venezuela
Visa-Free Access (Up to 30 Days)#
A larger group of 75 nationalities is permitted to enter Belarus without a visa for up to 30 days. This includes:
- Albania
- Andorra
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Austria
- Bahrain
- Barbados
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Dominica
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Kuwait
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macao
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Oman
- Panama
- Peru
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- San Marino
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Kingdom
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Vatican
Visa-Free Access for Certain Neighboring Countries#
Additionally, 10 nationalities enjoy visa-free access to Belarus without any restrictions. These include:
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- Georgia
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Moldova
- Russia
- Tajikistan
- Ukraine
- Uzbekistan
e-Visa and ETA Options#
Currently, Belarus does not offer an e-Visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for travelers. All visitors requiring a visa must apply through the appropriate consulate or embassy prior to their arrival in Belarus.
Countries That Require a Visa#
A significant number of nationalities are required to obtain a visa before entering Belarus. This group consists of 107 countries, which include:
- Afghanistan
- Algeria
- Angola
- Bahamas
- Bangladesh
- Belize
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Botswana
- Brunei
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo
- Costa Rica
- DR Congo
- Djibouti
- Dominican Republic
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- India
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ivory Coast
- Jamaica
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kosovo
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Mali
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Palestine
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Saint Lucia
- Samoa
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Syria
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- United States
- Vietnam
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Entry Requirements and Practical Tips#
Travelers planning to visit Belarus should ensure they have the necessary documentation based on their nationality. Those who require a visa must apply in advance, providing all required documents to the relevant Belarusian diplomatic mission. It is advisable to check the latest information and guidelines before traveling, as visa policies can change. Additionally, travelers should ensure that their passports are valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay in Belarus.