United Kingdom
Belarus
Belarus visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by British citizens for Belarus, for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at uk.mfa.gov.by
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Belarusian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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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 the United Kingdom 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).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Belarus
British citizens may stay in Belarus for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Belarus.
Belarus’ neighbours for British citizens
Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine and Latvia admit British citizens visa-free. Russia requires British citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Belarusian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Belarusian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Belarus?
No visa is needed by British citizens for Belarus, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Belarus?
British citizens can stay in Belarus for up to 30 days.
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Belarusian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Can British citizens enter Belarus visa-free?
Yes, British 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.