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Belarus is one of the most friendly countries in relation to Russia. Despite the complex setting in Ukraine, the sanctions of the European Union and other sharp points in world politics, relations with Belarus remain unchanged. This means that no changes were introduced. Entry into the territory of this country for Russians is almost the same as inside its.

Citizens of the Russian Federation having a Russian passport is allowed to visit Belarus without any other documents. You do not need a visa, it does not need to fill the migration card or the presence of a passport. The rules of entry are not much different from the ride through the cities of Russia. An identity card is necessary when buying an air or railway ticket. Then the passport together with the ticket is watching the conductor if the journey is carried out on the train.

At the intersection of the border in the car, customs service workers appear. They may ask to show the Russian passport. May ask the goal of the trip or see things. But inspection is not always. As a rule, these are several persons who are suspected. If the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for some reason is absent, the trip to tolerate is optional: for the Russians, entry and passport is allowed.

What documents are needed for trips to Belarus?

In 2016, as before, a visa is not required for a trip to the neighboring country. It should only have a civil or passport. This concerns the crossing of the border on public transport by adults. The rest of the nuances will be discussed below.

If you take a child with me, then he must have a birth certificate or passport. In the absence of one or two parents on the trip, you need to have a powerful power of attorney to the transport of a minor child across the border.

If you planned a trip to Belorussia on your own car, then be prepared to provide the following documents: driver's license, automotive insurance and certificate of registration of the vehicle. It is also necessary to purchase "green" insurance on your car. This can be done at home or on the border or in Belarus.

Therefore, no good reasons for relatives, friends or simply not as tourists in Belarus. This hospitable country is always glad to Russian guests and will meet you good.

Is it possible to pay Russian rubles in Belarus?

The existing currency in Belarus are Belarusian rubles (they are also called bunnies). It is these money that they pay in many outlets, hotels and restaurants of the republic. Payback for services / Products of other currencies are considered illegal. Some establishments have a special permission to pay for goods / services by Russian rubles, but this method is not profitable for Russians.

In the republic in sufficient quantities there are currency exchange points where foreign money is exchanged for local currency. Specialists recommend carrying out similar operations in Belarus. For the exchange you need a passport.

The most advantageous course boasts the Bank Minsk-Moscow, a large percentage of exchange takes in Belarusbank.

Also in Belarus, you can rent money in an ATM. Here, without delay, you can get American dollars, euros and Belarusian rubles.

In Belarus, there is an opportunity to pay a plastic card Visa and Mastercard in restaurants, hotels, shops, etc. To use the metro services, you need to buy a token or a pass card.

Crossing the border with Belorussia by car?

To enter Belorussia, you need to have three documents: a driver's license, insurance policy and a certificate of car registration. For the period of stay in the country less than 30 days registration is not required. Also, it is not necessary to issue a policy of compulsory health insurance.

Going abroad on the vehicle, you should take care of the design of a green card. This is a special insurance policy, similar to Osago, but acting in other states. The card is needed to protect the driver in the event of an accident: the owner receives compensation for damage and harm to health. The absence of a green card is punishable by a fine of $ 200.

The map is allowed both on the border itself and before the trip. It is more profitable to take care of it in advance, since the document will cost more on the border. If Belarus is only a transit point on the way to other countries, then you should know that in such a trip you need a full coating. The document acting in the CIS countries is almost three times cheaper than Green card acquired for traveling to Europe.

It is known that the border between our countries is open, so the inspection is extremely rare. However, it is necessary to study a list of prohibited items in order not to become a smuggler by negligence. At the entrance will require the filling of the customs declaration. It is important to store before departure from the country.

Belarus is one of the lastterraincognita in Europe and a curious place for travelers tired by the gingerbread European cities. Visa restrictions are becoming softer, and Belarus is more and more interesting for foreigners. We studied with a dozen official sites, transferred the most important thing to the human language, gathered all the necessary links and now we are talking about items, how to come to Belarus - from visa and registrations to useful applications.

Who needs a visa?

In Belarus, there are three types of visas: transit (for 2 days), short-term (valid 90 days) and long-term (there is a year, stay - 90 days). For tourists, short-term, it can be a one-time, double or multiple entry. If you come for a while and keep certain conditions, the visa will not need. We understand in the intricacies of visa issues.

Without a visa

For some countries, the visa is not needed with small trips:

Citizens Azerbaijan(90 days)

Citizens Argentina(90 days)

Citizens Armenia(90 days)

Citizens Brazil(twice a year to 90 days)

Citizens Venezuela (90 days)

Citizens Georgia(90 days

Citizens Israel(90 days in every period of 180 days)

Citizens Qatar (30 days)

Citizens Cuba (30 days)

Citizens Kyrgyztana (90 days)

Citizens Macau, Special Administrative District PRC (30 days)

Citizens Macedonia (if there is an invitation or tourist voucher)

Citizens Moldova (90 days)

Citizens Mongolia (90 days)

Citizens Russia (90 days)

Citizens Serbia (30 days)

Citizens Tajikistan (90 days)

Citizens Turkey (30 days, total duration - up to 90 days during the year from the date of the first entrance)

Citizens Uzbekistan (90 days)

Citizens Ukraine(90 days for each period of 180 days)

Citizens Montenegro (30 days if there is an invitation or tourist voucher)

Citizens Ecuador (30 days)

Citizens 80 states can come to Belarus without a visa on (including the days of arrival and departure). Conditions such: you need to fly and fly through the National Airport Minsk. The countries for which the entrance to Belarus are simplified are all European Union, USA, Japan, Brazil, Indonesia and other countries.

Required documents:

Passport;

Money in the calculation 2 basic values \u200b\u200bper day, i.e. about € 22;

Medical insurance policy worth at least € 10,000, operating in Belarus (how to make insurance, read below).

Additional requirement for citizens Vietnam, Haiti, Gambia, Honduras, India, China, Lebanon, Namibia, Samoa- The presence of a multiple visa of the states of the EU or the Schengen zone with a mark on the entry into their territory and air tickets with confirmation of the departure from the National Airport Minsk within 5 days from the date of entry.

Full list of countries that can take advantage of visa-free entrance:

1. Australia.
2. Austria.
3. Albania.
4. Andorra.
5. Antigua and Barbuda.
6. Argentina.
7. Barbados.
8. Bahrain.
9. Belgium.
10. Bulgaria.
11. Bosnia and Herzegovina.
12. Brazil.
13. Vanuatu.
14. Vatican.
15. United Kingdom.
16. Hungary.
17. Vietnam.
18. Haiti.
19. Gambia.
20. Germany.

21. Honduras.
22. Hong Kong.
23. Greece.
24. Denmark.
25. Dominica.
26. India.
27. Indonesia.
28. Ireland.
29. Iceland.
30. Spain.
31. Italy.
32. Canada.
33. Cyprus.
34. China.
35. South Korea.
36. Kuwait.
37. Latvia.
38. Lebanon.
39. Lithuania.
40. Liechtenstein.

41. Luxembourg.
42. Macau.
43. Macedonia.
44. Malaysia.
45. Malta.
46. \u200b\u200bMaltese Order.
47. Mexico.
48. Micronesia.
49. Monaco.
50. Namibia.
51. Netherlands.
52. Nicaragua.
53. New Zealand.
54. Norway.
55. Oman.
56. Panama.
57. Peru.
58. Poland.
59. Portugal.
60. Romania.

61. Samoa.
62. San Marino.
63. Saudi Arabia.
64. Seychelles.
65. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
66. Singapore.
67. Slovakia.
68. Slovenia.
69. United States.
70. Uruguay.
71. Finland.
72. France.
73. Croatia.
74. Czech Republic.
75. Chile.
76. Switzerland.
77. Sweden.
78. Salvador.
79. Estonia.
80. Japan.

There are two more ways to come to Belarus without a visa for three days - in and on.

More about visa-free entry to Belarus read .

Visa

All the rest of the visa is needed. To get a visa, you need to contact the Consulate of Belarus in your country. There, clarify which documents you need - in different countries there may be minor differences, but usually the list is:

Filled visa profile,

Photo 35 45 mm, made in the last 6 months,

Passport,

Medical insurance,

Confirmation of consular fees,

Other visa support documents.

Visa support documents must confirm your destination in Belarus - this may be an invitation from your friends or travel service treaty from travel agency. Good news: By decision of the Consul, in a particular consulate for many countries, such documents are not needed (lucky citizens of Australia, Austria, Andorra, Argentina, Bahrain, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, Great Britain, Hungary, Germany, SAR KNR Hong Kong, Greece, Denmark, Ireland , Iceland, Spain, Italy, Canada, Qatar, Cyprus, Korea, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, SAR PRC Macau, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, USA, Uruguay, Finland, France, Croatia, Czech Republic, Chile, Switzerland, Sweden, Estonia and Japan) - Call a way to your consulate and clarify the situation.

Your visa will be ready for 5 working days from the moment of filing the petition (urgently - within 2 business days, but it will have to pay extra for it).

You can get a visa at the airport (in the consular point of the National Airport Minsk ) If you arrive direct flight. Please note that in this case, the visa will cost about two times more expensive, and must be sent to the visa center at the airport - they should be there at least four days before your arrival - check with friends or at the visa agency. Address for Mail: 220054, Minsk, Territory of the National Airport Minsk, Department for the entry of foreigners of the Chief Consular Administration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus,telephone +375172792058 . On the accepted documents, you must put a special printing - ask you to send you a copy by fax or e-mail, they will need to show the airline's employees when registering on the flight. Consular fee at the airport can only be paid in cash in euros.

How to make insurance?

Insurance is needed to all foreigners coming to Belarus. This may be insurance from Belgosstrakh or Beläximgaranta, which you can buy on the border (at the airport or border points are looking for a window with an Obligatory Medical Insurance inscription), or insurance purchased elsewhere. You can pay for insurance in Belarusian or Russian rubles, dollars or euros (insurance for 30 days will cost € 31, 90 days - € 89) .

If you go to Belarus for a period of less than 30 days, you have to have money in the equivalent of two basic values \u200b\u200bon staying day (for November 2017 it's about 46 BYN or € 23 per day), and if you go for longer - then not Less than 50 basic for all time (1150 BYN or € 575).

Important:check that in your documents did not accidentally be lit by a couple of bills (this may be regarded as a bribe). On the border you can not take pictures or shoot a video, talking on the mobile.

You can carry with you no more than three liters of alcohol, 200 cigarettes (if you prefer cigars or tobacco - 50 pieces or 250 g, respectively). Total luggage you can drag 50 kg with you, but if you suddenly have it more - you have to pay at least € 4 for each extra kilogram. If you carry a cash with you more than $ 10,000 - you will have to declare. Weapons, drugs and explosive substances can not be brought - there are no surprises here. If or another animal, you will have to prepare a veterinary certificate.

All the details about what can be treated across the border of Belarus, read .

How to get to Minsk from the airport?

You can change money in banks or currency exchange items (there are in hotels, at the airport, at the station, in hypermarkets). No exchange commissions, change most often dollars, euros and Russian rubles. You can remove the euro or dollars in ATMs or pay the card, especially since they are accepted almost everywhere.

How to use public transport?

In the cities of Belarus, all types of transport - buses, trolley buses, trams and route taxis (minibuses - "minibuses"). Two lines in Minsk metro. Tickets Buy in newspaper kiosks "BelSayzduk" or "Minsktrans" at stops or directly from the driver (will be on 0.05 BYN more expensive).

In Minsk, the ticket for one trip in land transport will cost you in 0.6 BYN (€ 0.2), the metro is worth 0,65 BYN (€ 0.25).

If you come to Minsk for several days and plan to actively use the transport, you can buy a pass - a card for a certain number of trips (from 10 to 100 trips, it will cost from 5,70 BYN / 2.5 € to 62,25 BYN / 27 € ).

There are travel and on the number of days (at 1, 2, 3, 10, 15, 30, 90 days) - they can be bought on a separate type of transport or in their combination (the price in this case varies from 2.97 BYN / 1 € for Day to 109,59 BYN / 50 € For 90 days, the number of trips is not limited). Choose a suitable option.

Each time you enter the transport, make a card to a special device at the door or tries of the coupon - the device is approvingly picnet, and your soul will be calm in case of checking, which happen often. The penalty for the hare - 11,5 BYN (€ 5), you need to pay it in place.

Transport goes on schedule - check time and routes on the site. There is also an experimental version of the route scheduler in the city. At many stops there are electronic scoreboards, where you will see how many minutes left until the next bus.

There is no night buses in Minsk, the subway is working until 00.40. After this time, their own legs and a taxi become the main type of transport - it is possible to call by numbers 7788, 135, 157, 152, 107 . A trip to 8-10 km will fall out at € 3-4. It works also I. Uber., You can get from one end of the city to another for € 10.

How to make temporary registration?

If you have a passport of Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia or Ukraine - you can relax about this item, you can be in Belarus for up to 30 days without registration. If you live in the hotel, a sanatorium or agriculture - you can also not worry, the staff will do everything for you.

Everyone else is needed for five working days (Sunday and official holidays not counting) to make temporary registration in the department of citizenship and migration at the place of actual accommodation (a list of district departments with addresses and work time is).

If you are going to stay in Minsk, you can choose a luxurious five-star hotel depending on your budget ( Renaissance Minsk Hotel. Network Marriott (PR-T Dzerzhinsky, 1e)), hotel in retro-style, transmitting the architectural spirit of the USSR (for example, Orbit (pR-T Pushkin, 39)) or hostel (for example, Trinity. (st. Starovylenskaya, 12/14). More options - in our.

How to arrange Tax Free?

If you make shopping in one store on 80 BYN and more - you can make Tax Free. This is valid only in stores participating in the return program - see the list.

In the store you have to place a special "check on the return of VAT" (show an employee of an ordinary cash check and your passport). The return check will be issued in two copies - one to you, one stays in the store. Check that your data be listed correctly to stand the Seller's Signature and Store Printing and the original cash receipt was attached.

When you leave Belarus, show your purchases from customs to customs (must be unused and in intact packaging), check on the return of VAT and passport. You put a mark about the departure (remember that it is necessary to do this for three months from the date of purchase).

When you arrive home, on the reverse side of the check on the return of VAT, please indicate information about your bank card and send it by mail (already ready envelope to the address of the RUE "BelTa Committee" you have to give you together with the check). Do not delay - after six months it will already be irrelevant. Within 30 days after Beltomassarwis will receive your letter, they will list money on your card.

Belarus or Republic of Belarus - the state of Eastern Europe. In the east, it borders with Russia, in the south with Ukraine, in the West with Poland, in the North-West with Lithuania and Latvia.

The tourist infrastructure of Belarus is under development. However, it is no secret that it attracts more and more guests every year. In this regard, Belarus has several advantages compared to other countries. An important resource for infrastructure development is proximity to Western Europe, Scandinavia, Baltic countries, Poland and Russia. Ancient history and original cultural heritage (15 thousand architectural monuments), preserved natural geopotencyal (huge forest arrays, unique biological diversity, many water waters) and the mass of medical and wellness profilators make this country a tempting place to visit tourists.

Russian travelers there pulls the proximity of mentality with local residents, as well as the close location of Belarus to our country.

It is very convenient to travel around the country on your own car, which is usually doing Russians. If you also dream of a rally to Belarus, then we advise you to certainly commit it. But first, familiarize yourself with the main information that will help you on the way.

Route from Moscow to Minsk

So, if you plan to explore as many different attractions of this wonderful state, then the most practical, budgetary and exciting way will travel by car.

Before you go to an independent trip to Belarus, collect the desired package of documents. Take with you:

Passport;
Driver's license;
Green card. It must be purchased in advance or when crossing the border, as the Russian policy of the OSAGO in Belarus do not act. It is worth a green card order of 550 rubles;
Certificate of registration of the vehicle.

The route "Moscow-Minsk" is direct like a stick, you always need to go straight straight. The distance between cities is about 700 km and it will take about 7 hours to overcome it. The route lies, affecting the following settlements: Moscow - Odintsovo - Smolensk - Orsha - Borisov - Minsk.

From Moscow, you can go in two ways. Directly through Kutuzovsky Avenue, which smoothly goes to the M1 highway or by a bypass road, rich Odintsovo. The M1 route is considered the best on the territory of the Russian Federation, it is possible to go with comfort, without fear of congestion and incomprehensible junction.

Since the track is paid, then 100 rubles will be removed for entry to her, and for exit 50. In the course of the movement in the motorway, there are many bigges, because M1 - constitutes part of the transport corridor connecting Europe with Asia. However, they do not create obstacles, since the movement along the motorway is organized by multibound.

Fuck video cameras that are attached mainly to bridges, seemingly completely invisible. To avoid penalties, you can use the radar detector.

Do not exceed the speed in the settlements, the traffic police officers on this highway will not be dreamed. Especially be attentive at the passage of the Smolensk region, where the police posts are at every turn.

Also, literally a few kilometers to the Russian-Belarusian border often there is a mobile patrol of traffic police - "Gazelle" with roof radars. Therefore, observe the speed mode when approaching the border.

We recommend to leave immediately with a full gas tank, because on the search and entry to refuel you will have an extra time, and so you will hold the first stop 400 km immediately for Smolensk. After passing the traffic police post, which is behind the bridge, to the right you will see Rosneft refueling. On it you can fill the empty fuel tank and there to buy a "green card" if you did not buy it in Moscow.

Crossing the border of Belarus

In connection with the creation of the Customs Union of Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus, on July 1, 2011, the Russian customs left the Russian-Belarusian border (Belarus's customs here since 1995). The border guards here are also not. On the border, only the transport inspection of Russia, which controls the heavy trucks. Therefore, if you go to the Republic of Belarus on a passenger car, no one will stop you and will not ask anything. On the entrance to the territory of the neighboring state you will be announced only by a modest plate "RESPLIKA Belarus". From the border to Minsk you will have to drive 200 km, according to the ideal highway, with the scenery of the plowed fields.

PDD features in Belarus

Arriving in Belarus, check out the local traffic rules so as not to get into the unpleasant situation. As in any other country, the rules of the road have differences from our Code of Law. Consider the main provisions:

In Belarus, right-hand movement;
Speed \u200b\u200blimit: in settlements - 60 km / h, outside the city - 90 km / h (Some country sites have a limit 60-80 km / h) and several highways - 100-120 km / h;
It is prohibited to use radar detectors;
Strictly not allowed drunk;
Children up to 12 years old should be located in the back seat.

In addition, at night, outside the settlements, the car is obliged to stop only if the traffic police inspector near the police car with special identification signs. All employees of the traffic police are dressed reflective vests with the inscription on the back "DPS".

Be sure to skip pedestrians on unregulated Zebra.

Be vigilant when turning right to the allowing traffic signal, since the green light also lights up at this moment, and you must skip them.

Do not create noise to other traffic participants. You offended by the driver, on the traffic lights can get out of the car and enter with you to conflict.

In large cities, on the streets and central squares of the capital of Belarus, parking is strictly prohibited. Especially if you left a car under the banning sign for the night, or on weekends and holidays. In these cases, the car of the violator is evacuated. The parking penalty in the wrong place is 30 dollars plus the daily cost of parking - $ 8.

Bribery employees of the traffic police are better not to offer for their offenses.

In addition, keep in mind that sometimes the police conduct joint raids with other intelligence services. In this case, it is always necessary to carry the necessary set: a fire extinguisher and the first-aid kit with an expired shelf life, as well as an emergency stop signal.

When driving in the evening or night time on the highway in the settlements and, especially between them, be extremely careful: the roads, cyclists and pedestrians without reflective signs can move along the carriageway.

Fines of Belarus

Over speed:

more than 10 km / h stands 0.5 - 1 mzp (30 - 60 rubles);
from 20 to 30 km / h - 2 times more;
more than 30 - 3 times more.

Large amounts of money charge only for driving in a state of alcoholic intoxication. If the driver refuses to "pour into the tube" or transferred to the drunken car control, then the fine will be 300 - 1500 rubles.

Riding without a driver's license drunk is punished with a fine of 2700 rubles. You also need to know that if the car is passing by the machine with a special signal, then you must take right and stop.

Minor violations of the traffic rules are punishable in the amount of 20-120 rubles.

In Minsk, pedestrians for the transition of the street in the wrong place, especially in the center of the capital. Here every 100 meters are the DPS officers who protect the fraternal republic from provocative claims of the West and local opposition.

In principle, it is all the information that you will help make an impression of traveling by car into this wonderful country. To supplement your information, we advise you to see the next video about the roads of Belorussia.

The rules of entry into Belarus for Russians have long remain unchanged. Since 1997, there has been a visa-free agreement between states. In 2020, when traveling to the republic for up to 90 days, the visa or any additional permits do not need. Entrance to Belarus is carried out on the basis of an internal Russian or foreign passport.

Russians are released from the need to fill migration cards, questionnaires or any other documents. If the stay of living will not exceed 30 days, then there is no need for registration. Traveling through the territory of the republic in the event of a follow-up to the third country is carried out freely: the transit visa is also not required. The border is practically absent, the journey into this country resembles a trip to the neighboring area.

Birth certificate;
Internal passport, if the child has already been 14 years old;
Or foreign passport in the presence.

The rules of the entry of the republic do not exclude the possibility of traveling minors in foreign passports of parents, provided that the information on children is entered into these documents.

Consent to departure from the Russian Federation with notarization from the second parent is not requiredIf the child travels only with mom or dad. However, in situations where the minor leaves from the Russian Federation, accompanied by third parties or independently, the consent to departure from Russia needs to receive from both parents. The latter rule is enshrined in Russian legislation.

Medical insurance

In Belarus, there is no compulsory medical insurance policy, adopted in Russia. Nevertheless, the Russians will receive emergency and ambulance. But for further treatment in the hospital will have to pay for the current tariffs. Therefore, before traveling to the republic, it makes sense to take care of the purchase of the insurance policy in advance. In this case, the cost of paying medical services will be slandered on the shoulders of the insurance company.

How to get to Belorussia?

There are several options to get to Belarus. The list of documents necessary for the journey remains unchanged. The only thing is the nuances at the entrance to the personal motor vehicle.

By plane

Simple and fast way to get to the republic - flight by plane. The cost of a ticket from Moscow to Minsk is about 9000-10000 rubles. The flight time is 1 hour 20 minutes. The ticket price depends on the selected airline. Belorussia makes flights from the capital of the Russian Federation through the capital of the Russian Federation: "Belavia", "UTair" and S7 Airlines. There are options for a direct flight from St. Petersburg, Krasnodar, Samara, Novosibirsk, Sochi, Yekaterinburg.

By train

The second option is to go to the republic by train. You can get to Minsk from Moscow for 8-10 hours. A ticket in a second-class car costs from 3000 rubles, in the coupe - from 5000 rubles. Regular trains go from many regions of Russia.

By bus

Buses run from all Russian regions border with Belorussia. Also, the flow of transit transport through the republic binds Russia and Europe. Time on the way - from 10 to 12 hours. The cost of the ticket varies from 1500 to 2000 rubles.

Trip to Belorussia by car

A trip to Belorussia by car is the most convenient way to get to the country. In addition, if it is planned to inspect as much as possible attractions, a personal transport trip is the perfect, practical and most economical option. Distance between Moscow and Minsk - 700 km. It will take about 7-8 hours to overcome it.

Video and photo physics cameras are many both on the Russian side and in Belarusian. Exceeding the speed mode for more than 30 km / h can lead to a fine up to 7000 rubles. With a repeated violation, there is a chance to part with the rights for up to a year.

Roads in the republic are qualitative and not so downloaded, as in Russia. It is especially prepared for the intersection of the border is not necessary, it is actually no. Border control between Belarus and the Russian Federation practically does not exist. Only heavy trucks are inspected. Individuals on personal passenger cars at the throughput point are rarely stopped. However, by returning to Russia, documents are still checked, but it does not take much time.

Documents for auto trip:

Internal or foreign passport;
Driver's license;
Certificate of registration for cars;
Insurance "Green Card";
Power of attorney for the car, if his owner is another person.

It is recommended to exchange Russian rubles in advance to Belarusian. Make it, for example, at the gas station will be problematic. Before March 1, 2015, refueling for rubles was allowed, but later this opportunity was canceled.

Video: Travel of the border of Russia and Belarus by car (without stopping!)

"Green map"

Green Card - an international insurance system, operating in 47 countries of the world, is the majority of European countries, Asia and Africa. "Green Map" can be purchased as in advance (such a service is provided by many Russian insurance companies), so before the border. Insurance protects the interests of the driver if he fell into a traffic accident in another state. Inflicted material damage is paid by the insurance company.

There are two options:

For traveling to States Parties "All countries";
For trips across Ukraine, Belarus or Moldova.

Citizens of Russia is more profitable to acquire a policy acting only in Belarus, its cost is cheaper by 3-4 times than the "All Countries" tariff.

The price of the policy is revised every three months. If a short journey is scheduled for Belarus, it is costly justified to buy a short time policy. The minimum insurance period is 15 days. If visits to the country are regular, it makes sense to acquire a "green card" immediately for a year, this will save on quarterly approachments.

For example, the cost of a "green card" for 2020 for a passenger car is: 970 rubles - for 15 days, 1290 rubles - for 30 days, 5570 rubles - 12 months. The price of the policy will increase significantly for trucks and tractors.

When permission to accommodate

There are situations where a special permission is necessary. For example, a long-term accommodation in the republic is planned (over 90 days), entrepreneurial activities, work or training.

In such cases, a residence permit is issued for which documents will be needed:

application for issuing a residence permit;
internal or foreign passport;
4 photos measuring 4x5 cm;
document on registration at the place of residence;
medpravka confirming the absence of dangerous diseases;
documentation on the need for long-term residence in the country (employment contract, invitation letter from loved ones, confirmation of enrollment into an educational institution and so on).

Initially, the residence permit is issued for 2 years and in the future it is extended.

Customs regulations

Good day! And we just yesterday returned from a small journey. Our autumn trip to Belorussia happened, and it is spontaneously and not scheduled. The thing is that my girlfriend Natalia came to Moscow on vacation and offered to go somewhere together. Well, I don't need to ask for a long time for such a business, so I decided to tell me that we would go to Belarus. I still thought to go there to go there on the May holidays, but that time it did not work out. In general, in a week we were sitting in the train St. Petersburg - Minsk and drove towards new impressions.

What you need to know before traveling to Belarus

1. Documentation. Belarus can safely go with a Russian passport for adults and a Russian birth certificate for a minor child. If for some reason these documents cannot be used, then passports will be suitable. But pay attention if the ticket tickets or the train are purchased to the Russian passport, then you will have to go with him.

2. Visa. Visa to Belarus is not required for Russians. In general, no action in the future, after checking the documents when landing in the train, was not conducted with our documents. When crossing the border, border guards were not disturbed. Honestly, we did not understand when this very border crossed 🙂

3. Insurance. Do or not do insurance for a trip to Belorussia to solve you, it is not a mandatory item. But general insurance in the journey is needed. We usually take insurance on, because you do not need to go anywhere, but to compare the tariffs of different insurance companies and buy polisy online.

4. Housing. As you understood when the border crossing no one does not think to check if you have a booked hotel or something like that. Accordingly, book housing or not, your fear and risk. We booked accommodation in advance, apartment in Minsk on airbnb.ru, and an apartment in Brest on Booking.com

5. The Internet. As you drive abroad, do not forget to connect roaming. First, to connect to free Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter your phone number on which the SMS with the code you want to enter will come. If you need the Internet anywhere, it makes sense to connect the local SIM. For foreign citizens without registration, only guest tariff plans are available. Personally, we chose the 3G Life: Modem tariff plan, it includes 9 GB of Internet operating throughout the country. To call, it is enough to throw a small amount, literally for a couple of calls. The cost of this tariff is 5 Belarusian rubles, necessarily presenting a passport (can be internal Russian).

6. Money. As for the money - 1 Belarusian ruble \u003d approximately 30 Russian rubles. There is an opportunity to exchange Russian money in exchange offices, and to remove in ATMs. Again, it will be necessary roaming if something happens to your card and you will need to receive password-confirmation.

I hope these few items will use you when planning your travel to Belorussia.