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Belarus visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
Belarus admits Russian citizens without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at embassybel.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Belarusian citizens travelling to Russia
BelarusRussia Visa-free, 90 days Russia visa for citizens of Belarus
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.
For a trip from Russia to Belarus, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 Russian citizens can stay in Belarus
No maximum stay in Belarus is given in the data for Russian citizens; the border officer sets it on entry.
Belarus’ neighbours for Russian citizens
Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine and Latvia require Russian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Belarusian citizens travelling to Russia
Belarusian citizens can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Russia and Belarus.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Belarus?
Belarus admits Russian citizens without a visa.
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Belarusian citizens can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Russian citizens enter Belarus visa-free?
Yes, Russian citizens can enter Belarus without a visa.
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.