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Vietnam to Belarus visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders can visit Belarus visa-free for up to 30 days per visit (maximum 90 days total within a calendar year) under the bilateral visa-exemption agreement in force since 30 January 2025. Belarus and Vietnam signed a mutual visa-exemption agreement for holders of ordinary passports on 8 December 2023, which entered into force on 30 January 2025 - making Belarus the first European country to grant visa-free entry to Vietnamese citizens. A Vietnamese ordinary passport holder may enter, stay, leave and transit Belarus without a visa for up to 30 days per visit, provided the total stay does not exceed 90 days within a calendar year. The passport should be valid (a minimum 6-month validity is the standard safe rule for border control). Anyone intending to stay longer than 30 days per visit, or for purposes such as work, study or residence, must obtain the appropriate visa in advance. No visa, eVisa or visa-on-arrival is required for short tourism within these limits, so there are no government visa fees. Travelers should note Belarus's internal registration rule: foreigners staying more than 10 days must register at their place of stay; hotels and other collective-accommodation facilities normally handle this automatically. It is also strongly advised to carry valid travel medical insurance and proof of sufficient funds, as Belarusian border guards may request them. Belarus is NOT in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Belarus.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (bilateral visa-exemption agreement)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per visit; max 90 days total per calendar year
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the annual limit
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa required)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Agreement in force since 30 Jan 2025; passport should be valid (6 months recommended)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you hold an ordinary Vietnamese passport
The visa exemption applies only to holders of ordinary (regular) passports. Diplomatic and official passport holders are covered under separate arrangements. Ensure the passport is valid with at least 6 months remaining.
· Ordinary passport· 6-month validity recommended
/02
Plan a stay within the limits
Keep each visit to 30 days or fewer, and keep your total time in Belarus to no more than 90 days within the calendar year. Longer stays require a visa obtained in advance.
· 30 days/visit· 90 days/year
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation booking, sufficient funds (roughly USD 22-25 per day), and valid travel medical insurance, as border officers may ask to see them.
· Funds· Insurance· Return ticket
/04
Travel and clear immigration in Belarus
Present your passport at the border checkpoint. No visa or pre-registration is needed for the visa-free entry; entry is stamped on arrival.
· No visa needed· Passport stamp on entry
/05
Register if staying more than 10 days
If you stay longer than 10 days, register at your place of stay. Hotels and collective-accommodation facilities usually do this for you; otherwise register online at portal.gov.by (free).
· 10-day rule· portal.gov.by
/06
Exit before your 30-day limit
Leave Belarus on or before day 30 of the visit. Track cumulative days to avoid exceeding the 90-day annual cap.
· Depart by day 30
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredOrdinary Vietnamese passport valid for at least 6 months
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredStay planned within 30 days per visit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCumulative stay within 90 days per calendar year
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (~USD 22-25 per day)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedValid travel medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalRegistration at place of stay if staying over 10 days
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredDiplomatic/official passport holders: check separate rules
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
conditional
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in Vietnam - On mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa fee0No visa required for visa-free short tourist stays
Travel medical insuranceVaries (~USD 10-30)Not mandatory by visa rule but strongly recommended; border may request
Registration fee (over 10 days)0Online registration at portal.gov.by is free; hotels usually handle it
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Bilateral visa-exemption agreement
A mutual visa-waiver agreement for ordinary passports between Belarus and Vietnam entered into force on 30 January 2025.
High
/02
Short tourist stay
Tourism for up to 30 days falls squarely within the visa-free allowance.
High
/03
Within annual 90-day cap
Total time in Belarus does not exceed 90 days in the calendar year.
Medium
/04
Ordinary passport
The exemption is specifically for holders of ordinary (regular) passports.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Vietnam to Belarus route verified
Confirmed visa-free status via Belarus MFA/embassy and Vietnamese government sources; bilateral agreement in force since 30 January 2025 (30 days/visit, 90 days/year, ordinary passports).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Belarus?
No. Holders of ordinary Vietnamese passports can enter Belarus visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under the bilateral agreement in force since 30 January 2025, as long as total stay stays within 90 days per calendar year.
How long can I stay in Belarus without a visa?+
Is Belarus part of the Schengen area?+
Do I need to register after arriving in Belarus?+
Do I need travel insurance or proof of funds?+
Does this apply to diplomatic or official passports?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Vietnam passport

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