E-Visa Belarus

Official Electronic Visa to Belarus (E-Visa)
E-visa Belarus is an official electronic visa that allows eligible foreign nationals to apply for and receive a Belarus visa online, without visiting a Belarusian embassy or consulate.
The Belarus electronic visa system is similar to e-visa programs in many other countries. The list of countries eligible for a Belarus e-visa is officially published and updated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Belarus.
This page explains how the Belarus e-visa works, which countries are eligible, how it differs from visa-free entry, and what rules apply for travelers from Russia.

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What Is the Belarus E-Visa?
The Belarus e-visa is an official electronic entry visa issued online through the state system. Applicants complete the visa application electronically and receive the visa approval in digital form.
The e-visa allows short-term entry to Belarus for purposes such as:

Tourism
Business visits
Private travel

The exact permitted activities depend on the selected visa category.

Belarus E Visa Countries
When searching for Belarus e visa countries, applicants are looking for the list of nationalities eligible for the electronic visa.
✔ The official list of countries eligible for a Belarus e-visa is published on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus.
Eligibility may change, so applicants should always verify the current list before applying.

Belarus Visa-Free Countries vs E-Visa
It is important to distinguish between Belarus visa-free countries and Belarus e-visa countries.

Entry option	Visa-Free Entry	E-Visa
Application required	❌ No	✅ Yes (online)
Eligible countries	Limited list	MFA-approved list
Purpose	Tourism / short visits	Tourism, business, private
Employment allowed	❌ No	❌ No
Length of stay	Limited	Limited (per visa rules)

⚠️ Neither visa-free entry nor an e-visa allows employment in Belarus.

Russia E Visa Belarus – Important Clarification
Search queries such as Russia e visa Belarus usually relate to entry rules between Russia and Belarus.
Important points:

Belarus issues its own electronic visas
A Russian visa or Russian e-visa does not grant entry to Belarus
Travelers entering Belarus from Russia must still meet Belarus e-visa or visa-free requirements

There is no joint e-visa valid for both Russia and Belarus.

When an E-Visa Is Not Enough
You must apply for a standard Belarus visa instead of an e-visa if you plan to:

Work in Belarus
Study or live long-term
Stay beyond the e-visa validity period
Engage in activities not covered by the e-visa

In such cases, an official invitation letter and additional documents are required.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does Belarus issue an official electronic visa?
Yes. Belarus issues an official e-visa that can be applied for online by eligible foreign nationals.

Where can I find the list of Belarus e-visa countries?
The official list of eligible countries is published on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus.

Is the Belarus e-visa the same as visa-free entry?
No. Visa-free entry does not require an application, while an e-visa must be applied for online in advance.

Can I work in Belarus with an e-visa?
No. Employment is not allowed under an e-visa.

Is a Russian e-visa valid for entering Belarus?
No. A Russian visa or e-visa does not allow entry into Belarus.

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