Switzerland
Belarus
Belarus visa for Swiss citizens
Entry requirement
Swiss 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Belarusian citizens travelling to Switzerland
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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.
Swiss citizens planning a trip to Belarus can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long Swiss citizens can stay in Belarus
Swiss citizens may stay in Belarus for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Belarus.
Belarus’ neighbours for Swiss citizens
Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine and Latvia admit Swiss citizens visa-free.
Belarusian citizens travelling to Switzerland
Belarusian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Belarus?
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for Belarus: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Belarus?
Swiss citizens can stay in Belarus for up to 30 days.
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Belarusian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Can Swiss citizens enter Belarus visa-free?
Yes, Swiss citizens can enter Belarus without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.