Get a Belarus Visa
- When is the best time to apply for my Belarus visa? The best time to apply for your Belarus visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
- Do I have to send you my passport to get a Belarus visa? Is it safe to send a passport? You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Belarus visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Belarus Visa
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds for a minimum of £20.00 per day of stay on entry
- Hold proof of medical insurance cover for Belarus or not less than £10.000
- Enter and exit through the border checkpoint at the Minsk National Airport
- Not be arriving to Belarus by plane from Russia and planning to go to the airports of Russia
- Hold proof of onward/return flights
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa
For stays of longer than thirty days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack.
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least one blank visa page
Proof of Residency
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the Russian institution or company is required. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name and passport number of the applicant
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or its regional representatives or by an appropriate Russian Federation Migration Service Branch.
- Bear company's seal and signature
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's last two bank statements
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
- A copy of the hotel confirmation
Proof of Travel Insurance
Copy of actual travel insurance policy certificate . The certificate must:
- Include applicant's full name and passport number
- State that the policy is valid for the destination and the duration of the entire trip
- Indicate a medical liability cover of at least USD 12,000
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Tourist Application Requirements for a Belarus Visa
Visa May Not Be Required
Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds for a minimum of £20.00 per day of stay on entry
- Hold proof of medical insurance cover for Belarus or not less than £10.000
- Enter and exit through the border checkpoint at the Minsk National Airport
- Not be arriving to Belarus by plane from Russia and planning to go to the airports of Russia
- Hold proof of onward/return flights
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa
For stays of longer than thirty days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack.
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least one blank visa page
Proof of Residency
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Proof of Financial Means
Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's last two bank statements
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
- A copy of the hotel confirmation
Proof of Travel Insurance
Copy of actual travel insurance policy certificate . The certificate must:
- Include applicant's full name and passport number
- State that the policy is valid for the destination and the duration of the entire trip
- Indicate a medical liability cover of at least USD 12,000
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Applicants Staying with Friends or Family
Travellers staying with family and friends must provide a letter of invitation issued by the host. This letter must:
- Include the full address and contact details of the host
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's host
