Last updated on June 11, 2024
Hey, if you’re a Pakistani and thinking about heading to Belarus for some awesome sightseeing, you have to know about the Belarus visa for Pakistan passport! Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with all the deets on the visa requirements and how to apply. This guide will give you a step-by-step breakdown of the process, so you’ll be ready for your exciting adventure in Belarus. Let’s get started!
Understand the Belarus Tourist Visa
Before applying for a Belarus tourist visa, it’s crucial to understand the basics. The tourist visa allows you to visit Belarus for leisure and exploration purposes, such as sightseeing, visiting friends or relatives, or attending cultural events. This visa is typically issued for a maximum duration of 30 days.
Gather Required Documents for Belarus Visa for Pakistan
To apply for a Belarus tourist visa, you’ll need the following documents:
1. Valid Passport: Ensure your passport has a minimum validity of six months beyond your planned stay in Belarus and has at least two blank visa pages
2. Completed Visa Application Form: Obtain the visa application form from the official website of the Embassy or Consulate of Belarus in Pakistan.
The visa application form can be filled in on the computer and printed or completed by hand but it shall meet the following requirements:
- it shall be filled in completely, no blank spaces shall be left (If a question does not apply write “N/A”, if the answer is negative, write “no/none”)
- answers to the questions in the form shall be complete and logically consistent, they shall indicate the real purpose of the applicant’s visit to Belarus
- it shall be signed by the applicant personally (The visa application form of an applicant minor of age is signed by his/her legal adult representative)
- it shall be filled in block letters; no corrections or overwriting on the form are allowed.
Important Note: incomplete forms will be returned to the applicants unprocessed.
Here’s the link to the -> Belarus Visa Application Form <-
3. Passport-Sized Photographs: Provide recent passport-sized photographs meeting the specific requirements outlined by the embassy.
The photo shall meet certain requirements specified in the international standard ISO / IEC 19794-5:
- size — 35 mm wide x 45 mm high;
- full face, against an even white background (no photos with a blue background will be accepted);
- high resolution, no corrugation or ink allowed;
- face fills 70 – 80 percent of the picture; the photo depicts a person without headgear, looking straight ahead with a closed mouth;
- in case the applicant wears glasses they shall not be of dark color in the photo;
- in case the applicant wears religious headgear, the chin, forehead, and both cheeks shall be sharply visible in the photo;
- photos of the applicant older than 6 months are not accepted.
- The photo shall be attached (either glued or stapled) to the marked place in the visa application form. Do not staple the photo on the image of the applicant’s face or hair.
4. Travel Itinerary: Prepare a detailed travel itinerary outlining your planned activities, places to visit, and accommodations in Belarus.
5. Proof of Accommodation: Provide hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host in Belarus, specifying the duration of your stay.
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The applicant is requested to submit accommodation proof) covering the entire period of his/her travel to Belarus, such as:
- original (or colorful copy) of the confirmed hotel reservation on the hotel’s letter-head, stamped and signed; or
- verified copy of the rent agreement clearly stating the applicant’s name, rental period dates, and accommodation address as well as a verified copy of the registration of the lessor and a verified copy of the payment for the agreed rent.
6. Proof of Sufficient Funds: Show evidence of financial capability to cover your expenses during the trip, such as bank statements, traveler’s cheques, or sponsorship letters. You shall have at least €25 per day of stay in Belarus.
7. Travel Insurance: Obtain travel insurance that covers medical expenses and emergency medical evacuation for the duration of your stay in Belarus.
The applicant’s medical insurance shall meet the following requirements:
- contain the name of an insurance company and its location, phone numbers, or international assistance services, as well as the surname, first name, and patronym (if any) of the applicant;
- has valid on the territory of Belarus
- be valid for the entire period of the applicant’s temporary stay or temporary residence in Belarus
- has the insured sum amounted to no less than 10,000 euros (please, bear in mind, that due to the currency rate medical insurance with the sum amounted to 10,000 US dollars is not accepted).
Important Note: the applicant’s medical insurance document shall be submitted in original with one copy attached. Upon completion of visa request processing the original medical insurance is returned to the applicant.
8. Round-Trip Flight Itinerary: Present confirmed flight reservations indicating your entry and exit dates from Belarus.
The applicant is requested to submit ordered airline tickets to and back from Belarus or flight booking confirmation for the required period of visa validity or (in case of multiple entry visa) for the first visit to Belarus within the requested period of visa validity.
9. Letter of the visa support (Invitation)
an original letter of the visa support (invitation) of a Belarusian tourist company, issued on a letter-head with the full name of the tourist company, its location and telephone number, and the obligation of the tourist company to assure a foreign citizen observance of the rules of stay in the Republic of Belarus
An original letter of visa support (invitation) of a sanatorium-and-spa resort or recreation center, issued on a letter-head with its full name, location and telephone number, purpose, period of stay of a foreign citizen, services rendered, confirmation of the voucher reservation and full or partial prepayment for the services, as well as the obligation of the sanatorium-and-spa resort or recreation center to assure that a foreign citizen will observe the rules of stay in Belarus
An original letter of visa support (invitation) of a Belarusian representative of farm tourism business with its name and address, purpose, period of stay of a foreign citizen, services rendered and the obligation of the representative to assure that a foreign citizen will observe the rules of stay in the Republic of Belarus and certified by the Belarusian public notary copies of documents, confirming the right to provide its services in the sphere of farm tourism.
Complete the Visa Application Form
Fill out the visa application form accurately and legibly. Ensure that all the information provided is consistent with the supporting documents.
Schedule an Appointment
Contact the Embassy or Consulate of Belarus in Pakistan to schedule an appointment for submitting your visa application. Follow their instructions regarding the appointment booking process.
Submitting Your Application
On the scheduled appointment date, visit the Embassy or Consulate of Belarus in Pakistan. Submit your completed visa application form and supporting documents. The consular staff will verify the information and may ask additional questions if necessary.
Pay the Visa Fee
The applicants pay consular fees only after the consular officer has checked all the documents required for the procedure and made a decision to accept them.
The consular officer issues a deposit slip for a fee payment in Habib Bank Limited and handles it to the applicant. The applicants are kindly advised to pay the consular fees by depositing money in Habib Bank Limited (Aabpara market branch) as soon as possible and returning to the Consular Section a confirmation of the payment.
Upon receipt of fee payment confirmation, the consul launches the procedure and informs the applicant at the time of collection of the documents.
Belarus visa fees for Pakistani passport holders regardless of type and number of entries total €60 (urgent visa fee – €120)
Visa Processing
Visa processing starts only after they have collected the necessary documents, interviewed an applicant, and received money for the required visa. Normally it takes 5 working days to issue a visa; express (urgent) visas can proceed within 2 working days if no additional questions arise.
Please note that Embassy DO NOT ACCEPT visa documents delivered to the Consular Section by courier services
Receive Your Passport
Once the visa processing is complete, you will be notified to collect your passport. Visit the embassy on the specified date and time to retrieve your passport and visa.
Entry and Exit Requirements
Before traveling to Belarus, ensure you have the following:
1. Valid Passport: Carry your passport with the issued Belarus tourist visa.
2. Proof of Accommodation: Keep a copy of your hotel reservations or the invitation letter
Working Hours of The Consular Section
Submission of documents: Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30.
Issuance of documents: Monday – Friday, from 02:00 p.m. until 05.00 p.m.
Embassy of the Republic of Belarus
House 8, Sector F6/3, Street 4, Islamabad
(+92) 051-230-7912
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