Belarus Visa Free Policy

Belarus visa free policy for 35 European countries in a bid to break out into the international world and boost tourism. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, the chief details that its website statement concerns are the visa-free regime that speaks of openness, peace, and good neighbourliness. The Policy  This will grant all citizens of these 35 European countries—the European Union member states and the United Kingdom—the right to stay in Belarus for up to 30 days at a time without needing a visa, from July 19, 2024, until December 31, 2024. This act will be part of an all-inclusive approach towards easing staff exchanges and making Belarus more attractive in this direction. List of 35 European Countries The visa-free policy applies to the following countries:  1. Austria 2. Belgium 3. Bulgaria 4. Croatia 5. Cyprus 6. Czech Republic 7. Denmark 8. Estonia 9. Finland 10. France 11. Germany 12. Greece 13. Hungary 14. Ireland 15. Italy 16. Latvia 17. Lithuania 18. Luxembourg 19. Malta 20. Netherlands 21. Poland 22. Portugal 23. Romania 24. Slovakia 25. Slovenia 26. Spain 27. Sweden 28. United Kingdom 29. Iceland 30. Liechtenstein 31. Norway 32. Switzerland 33. Albania 34. North Macedonia 35. Montenegro  Policy Extensions and Conditions According to Belarus’ State Border Committee, the new visa-free policy extends existing visa-free arrangements for the citizens of Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia, introduced in 2022. This prolonged policy will permit the entry into the territory of Belarus several times for the citizens of these countries, provided that their total stay does not exceed 90 days within a calendar year. Important Notes  This policy does not apply to special passports, such as diplomatic and official passports. It is applicable only to ordinary passport holders from the listed countries, who can benefit from this initiative.  Conclusion Belarus has adopted a visa-free procedure for 35 European countries, proving its commitment to increasing international cooperation and promoting the country’s image of being friendly and hospitable. The easing of travels for the citizens of Europe is sure to increase the number of visitors and strengthen its ties with neighbours.