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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.
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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.
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Time difference | UK +2 hours |
Language(s) | Russian |
Currency | Belarusian Ruble |
Electricity | C + F plug (220V) |
Driving side | Right |
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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.
- UK traveller advice for Belarus - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Belarus - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Belarus - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Belarus - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Belarus - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Belarus - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
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
FCDO travel advice
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.
- Vaccines & medicines for Belarus - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Belarus - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Belarus - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
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
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.
- Travellers' health for Belarus - Ministry of Health, Belarus
- Coronavirus timeline in Belarus - Our World in Data
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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