COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Belarus (23 December Update)

Entry By Foreigner

Yes with exceptions

• Foreigners are allowed to enter the country through the airport only. Entry through land borders is temporarily suspended except for foreign citizens and stateless persons who have a permanent or temporary residence permit in Belarus.

• Foreigners with a permanent or temporary residence permit in Belarus may enter with no restrictions or test requirements.

Entry By Resident

Yes

• Citizens are allowed to enter the country.

• Foreigners with a permanent or temporary residence permit in Belarus may enter with no restrictions or test requirements.

Transit Allowed

Yes with exceptions

• Transit for foreigners is possible only if they arrive in Belarus via air. Travellers can transit through Belarus airside for a maximum period of 24 hours.

• Passengers in transit for more than 24 hours must have a transit document. Without this document, the traveller will be required to present a negative PCR test result performed within 72 hours before crossing the border and a completed questionnaire.

• Citizens of the Russian Federation travelling through ground and air checkpoints in transit to Russia are not required to self isolate and do not need a PCR test certificate.

Test Certificate Required

Yes with exceptions

• Travellers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR certificate for a test performed within 3 days before arrival. Passengers younger than 6 years and some other categories of travellers are exempted from this requirement.

• Fully vaccinated travellers with a valid proof of vaccination are exempted from the pre-departure test requirement. The vaccination course must be completed at least 1 month and no more than 12 months before the date of the border crossing.

• Citizens of Belarus and foreigners who have a permit for permanent or temporary residence in Belarus may enter through a land border without restrictions and are also exempt from test requirements.

Test On Arrival

No

• A test on arrival is not required.

Yes with exceptions

• Citizens of Russia and foreigners arriving in Belarus from the Russian Federation who do not have a temporary/permanent residence permit in Belarus are required to take a PCR test on arrival.

Test Certificate Allowed

Yes

• Test certificates obtained outside the country are valid.

Insurance Required

Yes

• Travellers must provide valid medical insurance before travelling to Belarus. Travellers will be asked to provide proof of insurance when applying for a visa or when arriving at Minsk, Brest, Vitebsk, Gomel, Grodno and Mogilev airport under the 30-day visa-free regime.

Quarantine On Arrival

Yes with exceptions

• Unvaccinated travellers arriving from red-listed countries are required to enter quarantine for 7 days. 

• Arrivals who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are not required to self-isolate for 7 days or produce a negative PCR test certificate provided the second dose of vaccine was administered more than 1 month but less than 12 months before arrival.

• Fully vaccinated travellers (the vaccination course must be completed at least 1 month and no more than 12 months before the date of the border crossing) are exempt from quarantine. The vaccination document must indicate the last name, first name, patronymic (if any) of the citizen, the date of the end of the vaccination course (in Belarusian or Russian and (or) English).

• Foreign travellers are allowed to depart Belarus only after completion of the 7-day self-isolation period.

• Other exemptions to the self-isolation requirement can be found at this website.

No

• Travellers arriving from green zone areas are not required to enter quarantine on arrival. Additional details can be accessed here.

• Arrivals who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are not required to self-isolate for 7 days or produce a negative PCR test certificate provided the second dose was administered more than 1 month but less than 12 months before arrival

Vaccination Required

No

• Vaccination is not mandatory to enter the country.

Vaccine Details

Yes

• The vaccination course against COVID-19 infection must be completed within 1 to 12 months before the date of arrival to Belarus. The vaccination document must contain the last name, first name, patronymic (if any) of the citizen, and the end date of the vaccination course. The certificate must be in Belarusianm, Russian, or English. Certificates in other languages will not be accepted even if translated and notarised.

Vaccines accepted

• Gamaleya Sputnik Light

• Gamaleya Sputnik V

• Sinopharm (Beijing) BBIBP-CorV (Vero Cells)

Form Required

No

• No entry form is required to enter Belarus.

Airline Entry

Moderate

• Commercial international and domestic flights are operating.

• Minsk National Airport is open.

Curfew

Minimal

• No curfew is in place.

Social Distancing

Minimal

• Belarus has not implemented strict COVID-19 containment measures.

Transportation

Minimal

• Public and private transportation services are operating. 

• There are no local travel restrictions in place in Belarus.

Is there a recommended app?

No with exceptions

• No border app is required to enter Belarus.

Are non-essential stores open?

Yes

• All essential and non-essential shops are open.

Are accomodations open?

Yes

• Accommodations are open.

Are restaurants open?

Yes

• Restaurants are open.

Are bars & cafes open?

Yes

• Bars and cafes are open.

Are beaches & tourism spots open?

Yes

• Belarus is open for tourism.

Are museums & heritage sites open?

Yes

• Museums and heritage sites are open.

Are personal care services open?

Yes

• Hairdressers and beauty salons are open.

Are places of worship open?

Yes

• Places of worship are open with adherence to health protocols.

Are events & gatherings open?

Yes

• Events are allowed.

Are masks in public required?

No

• Face masks are not required in public places.

Other Considerations

Not Applicable

• Cinema halls are open.

Advice

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country’s embassy for information on your specific travel plans.