Housing
The Belarusian real estate market is shaped by political and economic factors. In 2024, Minsk’s rental market stagnated due to sanctions, economic uncertainty, and emigration. The political climate further discouraged foreign investment and relocation, creating a tenant-friendly market with greater negotiating power.
Average monthly rates in Minsk
Studio
$350–$900
$700–$2,000
$1,000–$1,600
$1,200–$6,000
Two-bedroom
apartment
apartment
One-bedroom
apartment
apartment
$500–$1,300
Three-bedroom apartment
House
Key Trends:
- Opportunities in 2025: affordable housing, niche markets, and potential government support.
- Tenants gain better terms and flexibility in a weakened market.
- Efficient property management and tenant retention can help landlords and property management companies sustain profitability.
- Popular areas among expats in Minsk: Central, Partizansky, Oktyabrsky, and Frunzensky districts are favored for their amenities, accessibility, and overall quality of life.
Challenges:
- Continued economic and political instability affecting demand and investment.
- Low rental yields make real estate investment less attractive.
- Limited foreign interest in the rental market due to geopolitical factors.
Immigration
Belarus has a visa system similar to European countries, with three main types: C (short-term), D (long-term), and B (transit). Nationals of 76 countries can enter visa-free, depending on bilateral agreements. Since Belarus is part of Eurasian Economic Union, EAEU citizens, including Russians, do not need a visa to enter or reside.
The same visa-free rule applies to nationals of Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Moldova, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. Belarusian immigration procedures are complex—D-visa alone is insufficient for long-term stay or work. Stays over 90 days require a Temporary Residence Permit and an Entry-Exit Visa. A Special Permit is needed for work, except for EAEU citizens, who still require a Temporary Residence Permit for extended stays.
Since January 11, 2025, Russia and Belarus mutually recognize visas, allowing foreigners with a visa from one country to enter the other. However, work and study rights are not transferable, visa-free entry remains separate, and third-country nationals can now cross the land border at designated checkpoints.
The same visa-free rule applies to nationals of Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Moldova, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. Belarusian immigration procedures are complex—D-visa alone is insufficient for long-term stay or work. Stays over 90 days require a Temporary Residence Permit and an Entry-Exit Visa. A Special Permit is needed for work, except for EAEU citizens, who still require a Temporary Residence Permit for extended stays.
Since January 11, 2025, Russia and Belarus mutually recognize visas, allowing foreigners with a visa from one country to enter the other. However, work and study rights are not transferable, visa-free entry remains separate, and third-country nationals can now cross the land border at designated checkpoints.
Moving
Transportation: Belarus uses road transport for household goods, with important ports located in Riga (Latvia). Minsk
National Airport (MSQ) serves as the primary air hub, ensuring quick shipments for air freight.
Customs Duties: customs duties are typically calculated at €4 per kg. This duty applies to all goods unless they are categorized as diplomatic shipments, which are exempt from customs fees.
Customs clearance process takes 1-3 business days. The owner of the goods should visit customs personally
National Airport (MSQ) serves as the primary air hub, ensuring quick shipments for air freight.
Customs Duties: customs duties are typically calculated at €4 per kg. This duty applies to all goods unless they are categorized as diplomatic shipments, which are exempt from customs fees.
Customs clearance process takes 1-3 business days. The owner of the goods should visit customs personally
