A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days. Permitted stay is 30 days.

Canada passport holders can typically stay in Belarus for 30 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

Canada citizens need an eVisa (Electronic Visa) to enter Belarus. A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

30 day visa free access available to travelers that arrive and depart via Brest (BQT), Gomel (GME), Grodno (GNA), Minsk (MSQ) Minsk International Airport , Mogilev (MVQ) or Vitebsk (VTB) and are not arriving from or planning to depart to a Russian Federation airport. Otherwise a visa is required. Visas can be issued on arrival at the Minsk International Airport if the supporting documents are submitted at least 3 business days before arrival. The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Belarus due to the risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws and the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine . e-Visa can be issued for 30 days and can be used at all international checkpoints, including road and rail.

Apply online through the official Belarus eVisa portal. Typical requirements include a passport scan, passport-sized photo, travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation. Processing usually takes 3-15 business days, so apply well before your trip.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, Canada citizens typically enter Belarus under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Belarus embassy or consulate.