Belarus visa requirements for Ethiopian citizens in 2026

How to enter

Ethiopian passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter Belarus.

Further notes

• Passengers can obtain a visa on arrival at Minsk (MSQ). They must have documents used during visa application. These documents must have been submitted to the Consular Division at Minsk (MSQ) at least 3 (for short-term visas) or 5 working days (for long-term visas) before departure. Or a service contract issued according the laws of Belarus; or an original invitation letter issued by a Belarusian tourist company or a medical/health organization. The letter must be written on official headed paper; and must have the passenger's name, passport details, purpose and duration of stay; and the original signature and official seal of the head of the inviting organization.
• This does not apply to passengers arriving from or transiting through the Russian Fed.
• The following should be taken into account even if holding a Visa. Visitors must have insurance to cover medical expenses in Belarus.
• The insurance can be obtained on arrival in Minsk (MSQ).

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