Belarus travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Belarus with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Belarus.

Belarus travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Belarus with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Belarus - quick facts
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Russian
Currency Belarusian Ruble
Electricity C + F plug (220V)
Driving side Right

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Belarus weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
-4°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Minsk-4
-2°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Minsk-2
3°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Minsk3
11°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Minsk11
19°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Minsk19
21°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Minsk21
22°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Minsk22
22°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Minsk22
16°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Minsk16
10°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Minsk10
3°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Minsk3
-1°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Minsk-1
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
19 days with some rainfall in January in Minsk19
15 days with some rainfall in February in Minsk15
16 days with some rainfall in March in Minsk16
13 days with some rainfall in April in Minsk13
14 days with some rainfall in May in Minsk14
15 days with some rainfall in June in Minsk15
15 days with some rainfall in July in Minsk15
13 days with some rainfall in August in Minsk13
14 days with some rainfall in September in Minsk14
15 days with some rainfall in October in Minsk15
19 days with some rainfall in November in Minsk19
22 days with some rainfall in December in Minsk22

The Belarus weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Minsk.

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Belarus travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Belarus from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Belarus.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Belarus travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Belarus with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Belarus, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Belarus travel features

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Belarus FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Belarus including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Belarus?

Belarus is open for tourism from the UK. There are currently no direct flights between Belarus and the UK.

Check out Ministry of Health, Belarus for more information.

What is the time difference between Belarus and the UK?

The time difference between Belarus and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Belarus?

The main language spoken in Belarus is Russian.

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What is the currency in Belarus?

The currency in Belarus is the Belarusian Ruble (BYN).

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Which plugs are used in Belarus?

Belarus uses electrical plug type C + F (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Belarus?

They drive on the right side of the road in Belarus.

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