Important Information About Belarus
Capital
Minsk
Time Zone
Belarus is on Moscow Standard Time (UTC +3). Click here for the current time in Belarus.
Connect
Need to text, make calls, or access the internet while traveling? This post explains how to buy a prepaid SIM card in Belarus.
Minsk
Time Zone
Belarus is on Moscow Standard Time (UTC +3). Click here for the current time in Belarus.
Connect
Need to text, make calls, or access the internet while traveling? This post explains how to buy a prepaid SIM card in Belarus.
Electricity
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Holidays
Some businesses and government offices may be closed on public holidays in Belarus. Public services and transportation schedules may also be affected.
Entry
The IATA Travel Centre portal can tell you if you need a visa to enter Belarus or if your passport is sufficient. If you do need a visa, the portal will direct you to the official application site.
Languages
The official languages of Belarus are Belarusian and Russian. Want to learn a language before you go? Find a teacher on italki.
Money
Belarus's basic monetary unit is the Belarusian ruble (BYN). Click here for current exchange rates from XE.com.
Some businesses and government offices may be closed on public holidays in Belarus. Public services and transportation schedules may also be affected.
Entry
The IATA Travel Centre portal can tell you if you need a visa to enter Belarus or if your passport is sufficient. If you do need a visa, the portal will direct you to the official application site.
Languages
The official languages of Belarus are Belarusian and Russian. Want to learn a language before you go? Find a teacher on italki.
Money
Belarus's basic monetary unit is the Belarusian ruble (BYN). Click here for current exchange rates from XE.com.