Germany
Belarus
Belarus visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
German citizens do not need a visa for Belarus: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at germany.mfa.gov.by
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Belarusian citizens travelling to Germany
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Travel advice for Belarus
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Germany to Belarus, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Belarus at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Belarus (updated 10 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Belarus (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in Belarus
German citizens may stay in Belarus for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Belarus.
Belarus’ neighbours for German citizens
Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine and Latvia admit German citizens visa-free.
Belarusian citizens travelling to Germany
Belarusian citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Belarus?
German citizens do not need a visa for Belarus: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can German citizens stay in Belarus?
German citizens can stay in Belarus for up to 30 days.
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Belarusian citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Can German citizens enter Belarus visa-free?
Yes, German citizens can enter Belarus without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.