Finnish visa for Belarusian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Belarusian passport holders visiting Finland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Belarusian citizens to enter Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Belarusian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Belarusian citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Belarusian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Belarus, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Minsk: The Consulate of Finland in Minsk, Belarus (Working hours: Close now)
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Belarus for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Belarus traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Belarus) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8,978 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,992 | -10.98% |
| 2010 | 8,348 | 4.45% |
| 2011 | 9,443 | 13.12% |
| 2012 | 10,001 | 5.91% |
| 2013 | 10,069 | 0.68% |
| 2014 | 9,832 | -2.35% |
| 2015 | 9,439 | -4.00% |
| 2016 | 10,040 | 6.37% |
| 2017 | 11,448 | 14.02% |
| 2018 | 11,606 | 1.38% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Belarus comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Belarus is approximately 202,910 km2 (78,343 sq mi). This means Belarus is 49.77% smaller than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 3,852,874 fewer people than the population of Belarus.
We have highlighted Finland & Belarus’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Belarus | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 9,435,149 | 3.9 million fewer people live in Finland than Belarus |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 105 | Finland has 20 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Belarus. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 41 | Finland passport holders can visit 104 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 53 | Finnish hosts 109 more foreign missions than Belarus. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Belarus travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Belarus visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 11,606.
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- Helsinki to Minsk: 850.52 km (528.49 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 46 minutes
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