ISLAMABAD WEB DESK …Belarus is set to modernize its visa process with the introduction of an official E-Visa system, launching on March 20, 2025. This digital initiative will enable travelers from 67 countriesβincluding the United States, Canada, the UK, EU nations, Australia, New Zealand, and Japanβto apply for a single-entry electronic visa without the need for an embassy or consulate visit.
Streamlined Travel for Various Visitors
The new E-Visa system is designed to accommodate a wide range of travelers, including business professionals, tourists, students, and participants in cultural and sporting events.
Understanding the Belarus E-Visa
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Belarus E-Visa is a single-entry permit valid for up to 30 days and can be used for:
Business trips
Tourism
Private visits
Internships
Participation in sports and cultural events
Scientific and educational events
Key Features of the Belarus E-Visa
Introduced under Government Decree No. 953, signed on December 16, 2024, the E-Visa system simplifies the travel process with the following benefits:
Single-entry visas for ordinary passport holders
Valid for 30 days from the date of issue
Entirely online applicationβno need for embassy visits
Automatic approval without requiring visa support documents
Suitable for business, tourism, education, and cultural exchanges
Processing time: Seven calendar days
Accepted at major entry points, including Minsk National Airport, regional airports, and road and rail checkpoints
How to Apply for the Belarus E-Visa
Starting March 20, 2025, applicants can complete their E-Visa application online by following these steps:
Register a personal account on the official E-Visa portal E-Pasluga (accessible via web and mobile app).
Fill out the online form and select service code 3.04.01 under βE-visa issuance.β
Pay the visa fee online using Visa International or Mastercard Worldwide.
Wait for processingβapplications will be reviewed within seven calendar days.
Receive the approved E-Visa electronically and present a printed or digital copy upon arrival in Belarus.
Belarus E-Visa fees
Category Fee (β¬)
EU citizens 35
Non-EU eligible citizens 60
Japanese citizens Free
Children under 12 (EU) Free
Children under 14 (other countries) Free
Additional service fee 6
Eligible Countries for the Belarus E-Visa
Travelers from the following 67 countries can apply for the Belarus E-Visa:
Europe:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Americas:
Canada, Chile, Mexico, United States, Uruguay, Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, El Salvador, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Asia-Pacific:
Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Malaysia, Micronesia, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Vanuatu.
Others:
Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Monaco, San Marino, Vatican City, North Macedonia, Seychelles.
Belarusβ new E-Visa system is expected to significantly enhance tourism and business travel, offering a hassle-free, fully digital application process. With quick approvals and broad eligibility, this initiative is set to transform the travel experience for international visitors.
