British Embassy in Minsk
Embassy 
United Kingdom Minsk, Belarus
- Address
- 37, Karl Marx Street, 220030 Minsk
- Website
- gov.uk
Head of mission: William (Bill) Longhurst
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 17 July 2026
At 37, Karl Marx Street, 220030 Minsk, the British embassy in Minsk represents the United Kingdom towards Belarus. The United Kingdom requires Belarusian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Belarus
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Catholic Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
United Kingdom visa for Belarusian citizens
BelarusUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Belarus
United KingdomBelarus Visa-free, 30 days Belarus visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Belarusian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Check with the British embassy in Minsk whether visas are handled at its counter or by an appointed visa centre.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Brazil in MinskRua Smolyachkova, 14-A, 2° andar, Minsk, Belarus.
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Embassy of France in Minsk11, place de la Liberté, 220030 Minsk
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Embassy of Bulgaria in Minskплошча Свабоды 11, Minsk
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Embassy of Switzerland in Minskплошча Свабоды 11, 220030 Мінск
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Embassy of Moldova in MinskБеларуская вуліца 2, Minsk
The United Kingdom’s other missions in Belarus
The British embassy in Minsk is the only mission of the United Kingdom in Belarus on record. Belarus in turn has an embassy in London.
Latest official news
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World Day against the Death Penalty 2026: Joint statement to the OSCE
The UK and other OSCE participating States mark World Day against the Death Penalty at the OSCE.
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UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Secretary General's report on cooperation with the United Nations
UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Secretary General's report on cooperation with the United Nations. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
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The human rights situation in Belarus: Joint Statement to the OSCE, September 2026
The UK and 37 other OSCE countries call for the release of all political prisoners and an end to repression of civil society, independent media and opposition voices.
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UN Human Rights Council 62: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Belarus.
UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Belarus. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Minsk
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Minsk. It is headed by William (Bill) Longhurst, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: 37, Karl Marx Street, 220030 Minsk. The record for the British embassy in Minsk includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to Belarus
Belarus admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
When the British embassy in Minsk is closed
The next closures of the British embassy in Minsk for public holidays in Belarus are Catholic Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027; it may also close for Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the British embassy in Minsk
Current procedures for the British embassy in Minsk, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Minsk
The British embassy in Minsk has 11 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Minsk?
The British embassy in Minsk is at 37, Karl Marx Street, 220030 Minsk.
When is the British Embassy in Minsk closed?
The British embassy in Minsk closes on Belarus’ public holidays, the next being Catholic Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on the national day of the United Kingdom.
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Belarusian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
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