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Journalist Visa (Type C) (Журналистская виза)
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Journalist Visa (Type C) (Журналистская виза)

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

60 EUR

Stay Duration

Varies (Duration matches program length)

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information

Overview

Visa for accredited foreign journalists and media workers conducting professional journalistic activities in Belarus.

The Journalist Visa (Type C) is established by the Law 'On Legal Status of Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons' and the Council of Ministers' visa regulations, which govern the entry of media professionals. This visa fills the gap for foreign media representatives who need to conduct professional reporting, filming, or news gathering in Belarus, ensuring their activities are transparent and formally recognized by the state.

This visa is for accredited foreign journalists, photographers, and media crew members working on assignment. It is highly distinctive because it requires temporary accreditation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus before the visa can be issued. This process ensures that the applicant is a recognized media professional and that their journalistic activities are conducted in accordance with the accreditation terms granted by the Belarusian government.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a representative of a foreign mass media outlet.

Must obtain temporary or permanent accreditation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Republic of Belarus.

Must have a valid passport with at least two blank pages and validity exceeding the intended stay.

Must provide proof of medical insurance valid in Belarus with at least 10,000 EUR coverage.

Must provide a completed visa application form.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photos

Program acceptance letter

Visa support letter

Educational credentials

Proof of funds

Medical insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Grants legal status to perform professional journalistic duties in Belarus.
  • Allows for multiple-entry visas for those with permanent accreditation.
  • Provides the same rights and privileges as local journalists (with specific legal exceptions).

Worth Knowing

  • Accreditation is mandatory; working without it is illegal.
  • The MFA reserves the right to request additional documents or samples of work.
  • Temporary accreditation is limited to the duration of the specific assignment (max 14 days).
  • Processing times for accreditation can be lengthy.

Application Process

1

Obtain program acceptance: Be accepted into scientific, educational, or internship program

2

Get support letter: Belarusian institution issues visa support letter

3

Prepare documents: Gather passport, photos, program documents

4

Apply at embassy: Submit visa application

5

Pay fee: EUR 60

6

Processing: 5-15 working days

7

Collect visa: Receive visa in passport

Application Forms

Scientific/Educational Visa Application—

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