How to obtain a special work permit for a foreign national in Belarus? +

The prospective employer may obtain a special work permit for a foreign national. However, the employer must have filled the vacancies before then, and if there is no suitable candidate of Belarusian citizens, it is only then that the relevant Citizenship and Migration Office can apply for a special permit. The application form for a special permit of the prescribed form, and the fee is 200 Belarusian rubles in 2024.

Is there mutual visa recognition between Belarus and Russia? +

Starting from mid-January 2025, the agreement on mutual visa recognition between Belarus and Russia will come into effect.

Can my residence permit in Belarus be revoked if I am not employed? +

One of the grounds for revoking a residence permit is if a foreigner does not have a legal source of income for a period of 6 months.

Can my residence permit in Belarus be revoked if I travel frequently? +

One of the grounds for revoking a residence permit is if a foreigner has left Belarus for a period of more than 1 year.

Is it necessary to notify the migration service that a foreigner has moved in? +

Since July 7, 2024, this has become a requirement for property owners as well! The information must be provided to the internal affairs agency within three hours of the actual provision of residential and other listed premises for accommodation.

What benefits are available for Ukrainian citizens in Belarus? +

When obtaining temporary or permanent residency in Belarus, Ukrainian citizens are exempt from: The state fee for the issuance of a biometric residence permit, one-time; The requirement to submit documents necessary for making a decision on issuing a biometric residence permit if there is no objective possibility to provide such documents.

How soon do you need to register upon arrival in Belarus? +

By general rule, a foreign citizen must register at their place of actual temporary stay within 10 days. Exceptions: Armenia, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, UAE, Ukraine, and Estonia: up to 30 days without registration. Russia: up to 90 days without registration.

How often can citizens of European countries enter without a visa? +

You can use the visa-free entry right to Belarus an unlimited number of times until December 31, 2024, inclusive. The number of days spent in Belarus under the visa-free regime must not exceed 90 days in a calendar year.

What to do during a tax audit? +

A tax authority audit always carries the risk of receiving, at best, an administrative fine. However, tax inspections should not be feared if you have the assistance of a specialist who can prepare you for questioning and assist during the tax audit. The specialist will explain the procedure of the tax audit and help appeal the audit report that is drafted as a result of the tax inspection. If you are facing an on-site tax audit, the specialist can be present during the audit and assist with other types of tax audits, as they are familiar with all audit methods. Keep in mind that a tax audit begins with an entry in the audit register. If the official does not make an entry about the audit, this may indicate that the audit is not being conducted, and the employee simply wants you to provide all the information necessary for administrative liability, which is one of the violations of tax audits. It is also possible to conduct an audit of the tax authority’s calculations.

How is it correct: Belarus or Belorussia? +

There is no official state called "Belorussia". The correct name of the country is the "Republic of Belarus" or simply "Belarus", as stated in its Constitution and recognized internationally. The term "Belorussia" is an outdated form that originated during the Soviet period and was used in the Russian language. However, after gaining independence in 1991, the country officially declared its preference for the name "Belarus," which emphasizes its sovereignty and national identity.

How can a Russian citizen stay in Belarus for more than 90 days? +

A citizen of Russia can obtain a temporary residence permit for up to 1 year if there are grounds, such as education, employment, property ownership, and others. Additionally, Russian citizens have the right to obtain a residence permit through a simplified procedure based on their citizenship.