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

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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 covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Belarus with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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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 due to Covid-19?

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.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Belarus?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Belarus. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

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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