Visitor & short-stay visas
Belarusian Short-Stay Entry Visa (Type C)
The standard short-term option for tourism, private visits, business and other short stays of up to 90 days.
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Consular fee amount for the Type C visa is not stated here and should be confirmed on the MFA site or with the relevant embassy.
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
- Short-term visa (Type C)
- Route type
- Short-stay entry visa
- Maximum validity
- Up to 90 days
- Entries
- Single, double or multiple-entry
- Decision time
- 5 working days (2 working days as a matter of urgency)
Who it is for
- Tourists, and people making private visits to friends or family
- Business travellers, and participants in cultural, sporting, scientific or educational events
- Nationals who do not qualify for visa-free entry or the e-visa
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of departure
- Completed visa application form and a passport photo
- Medical insurance valid in Belarus
- Visa support documents appropriate to the purpose (e.g. invitation, tourist voucher, business invitation)
What you can do
- Stay in Belarus for the period authorised, up to 90 days
- Register with the local Department for Citizenship and Migration office if staying more than the permitted registration-free period (hotels register guests automatically)
How to apply
- Apply at a Belarusian embassy or consulate, or an authorised visa centre
- Submit the application form, passport, photo, insurance and visa support documents
- Pay the consular fee and collect the visa once the decision is made
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.
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