Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: When the Decree will come into force?

A: On February 12, 2017.

Q: What documents are required for visa-free trip?

A: Passport, medical insurance, funds to cover the stay.

Q: Should both entrance and exit be made through the National Airport “Minsk” only, or other options are possible?

A: Both entrance and exit must be done through the airport only.

Q: What is the 5 days period calculating policy?

A: First day of stay is a day of entrance, regardless the time of arrival, departure must be made not later than the end of fifths day of stay, e.g. if traveler arrived any time on Monday he must depart before 23:59:59 of the following Friday.

Q: Will visa-free travelers require to register with the Migration Services?

A: No, there is no requirement to register for travelers who stays less than 5 days.

Q: In case of emergency is it possible for traveler to extend the stay?

A: It is possible, extension should be requested from the Migration Services.

Q: How often you can make visa-free trips, are there any other restrictions?

A: There is no limits on visa-free trips frequency, the total length of stay remains the same and must not exceed 90 days per year.

Q: What will happen if traveler overstays?

A: Usual measures of administrative penalties will apply.

Q: Will entering by train be possible in the near future?
A: No such plans yet.

Q: Indian living in EU countries with valid temporary residence cards, do they also have to privilege to enter visa free?

A: No, a visa of an EU member state is necessary for entering visa free.

Q: Can we apply for 30-day visa while staying in Belarus?

A: No, visa could be issued through Belarusian Embassy or Consulate abroad only.

Q: 5 days most welcome change, thank you. Any plans to give 7 or 10 in the future?

A: No such plans yet.

Q: For Chinese it has to be on the way to Europe or back from Europe with a multiple EU visa? Is it similar to current policy?

A: To participate in visa waiver program Chinese citizen must have a valid multiple EU visa and such visa should be already used for visit the EU at least once before. Current visa waiver policy requires Chinese citizens to make a trip to Belarus on direct flights from China and have a valid EU visa. A condition to travel on a direct flight will be withdrawn. So, it is a new policy and an important facilitation for them.