Work Visa (Type D)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 1825 days
- Processing time
- 15-30 business days
- Fee
- $66 USD (EUR 60)
- Validity
- Up to 5 years
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Type D long-term multiple-entry visa issued for periods exceeding 90 days up to 5 years. Work permits typically valid for 1 year (2 years for highly qualified employees). Citizens of EAEU countries (Russia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan) exempt from work permit requirement.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to all nationalities. Citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan exempt from work permit requirement.
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Employment
Must have valid employment contract with Belarusian employer.
Required status: Valid employment contract with Belarusian employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: One color photo 35mm x 45mm, taken within last 6 months
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Medical insurance valid across Belarus; Minimum coverage: 13500
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa application form in English, Russian or Belarusian
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 60
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Work permit notification
Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Employer initiates work permit application process and prepares employment contract.
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Document submission
Submit Type D visa application and documents to Belarusian embassy/consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 60 consular fee.
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Processing wait
Processing typically takes 15-30 business days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with Type D visa.