Business & investor visas
Belarusian Business Visa
A short-term option for business meetings, negotiations and commercial activity, with a route to residence for investors.
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The minimum investment threshold for investor-based permanent residence is not confirmed from an official source here and should be verified against Law No. 105-Z and the Department for Citizenship and Migration.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Belarus government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Business visa (Type C / Type D)
- Route type
- Short/long-term business visa; investor residence
- Type C validity
- Up to 90 days
- Type D validity
- Over 90 days, up to 5 years
- Visa category
- Type C (short-term business)
- Validity
- Up to 90 days
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days
- Number of entries
- Single, double or multiple entry
- Passport validity
- At least 90 days after intended departure
- With at least two blank visa pages.
- Where to apply
- Belarusian embassy or consulate abroad
- Processing time
- 5 working days (2 working days urgent)
Who it is for
- Business travellers attending meetings, negotiations or commercial events
- Entrepreneurs and investors establishing activity in Belarus
Requirements
- Invitation or visa support document from a Belarusian company or organisation
- Valid passport and medical insurance
- For investor residence, evidence of the qualifying investment in Belarus
How to apply
- Apply for the business visa at a Belarusian embassy or consulate with the invitation
- For residence, apply to the Department for Citizenship and Migration on the relevant business or investment grounds
Documents you may need
- Completed visa application form with a recent 35x45 mm photo.
- Valid passport with two blank pages and 90 days' validity beyond departure.
- Letter of invitation from the Belarusian legal entity on official letterhead (registration number, date, signature and corporate seal), in Russian.
- Medical insurance contract valid for the visa period.
- Proof of consular fee payment.
Frequently asked questions
No. The Type C business visa is for commercial visits such as meetings and negotiations, not for taking up employment. Working in Belarus requires the appropriate work authorisation.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.