Applicants seeking a Belarus visa should be aware of additional surcharges applicable in specific circumstances. These surcharges are outlined as follows:
1. 100% Surcharge for Urgent Applications
If a visa application is processed urgently—within two days—by any foreign diplomatic institution of the Republic of Belarus, a surcharge of 100% will be applied to the standard visa fee.
2. 50% Surcharge for Nationals of Countries Without a Belarusian Diplomatic Mission
Citizens of countries where no Belarusian diplomatic mission is present will incur a 50% surcharge if they submit their visa applications to the central consular affairs office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3. 200% Surcharge for Nationals of Countries With a Belarusian Diplomatic Mission
For nationals of countries that do have a Belarusian diplomatic mission, applying for a visa at the central consular affairs office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will result in a 200% surcharge.
Furthermore, visas issued at Minsk National Airport typically cost twice the standard visa tariff.
These additional charges aim to streamline the visa process and manage the administrative burdens associated with different application circumstances. Travelers are advised to review the applicable surcharges before submitting their visa applications to avoid unexpected costs.