Belarus Visa for Canada Passport Holder

- An original invitation. All applications for a Belarussian entry visa must be accompanied by an original invitation:

For a business visa:
An original invitationon company letterhead, sined by the company executive and sealed by the coroporate seal, from an agency, company, or organization in the Republic of Belarus, registered as a legal entity by the Belarussian authorities. The letter should indicate the period of your expected stay in Belarus. The company has to pledge to provide full financial support including all possible medical expenses. Multiple-entry business visa requires confirmation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus.

For a tourist visa:
An original tourist voucher and a the confirmation from a Belarussian travel agency. Hosting organization should be registered as a tourist company by the Belarussian authorities. This registration number should be indicated in the confirmation.

For a visitor's visa (private visit):
An original invitation (not a copy). The inviting party should obtain the invitation (???zaprashenne???) at the local passport and visa office of the Ministry of Interior. In case of emergency (unexpected illness, death of a relative, etc.) visas can be issued upon submitting a certified cable from a doctor or a clinic in Belarus.

Former citizens of the USSR or Belarus have to submit the documents confirming change of citizenship.

NOTE: Travelers to Belarus are required to report to the local Passport and Visa Office of the Ministry of Interior within 3 business days upon arrival. If staying in a hotel, registration can be arranged by the hotel services (reception bureau).