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90-Day Visa-Free Rules in Belarus: real experience from chats

Short answer
Russian citizens are limited to a 90-day stay in Belarus per calendar year, with the counter resetting on January 1st. To remain for a longer duration, you must obtain a temporary (RVP) or permanent (VNZh) residence permit based on grounds such as employment, study, or property ownership.

From real experience

Russian citizens can stay in Belarus for up to 90 days per calendar year.
'Visa runs' are not an option, and the 90-day count resets on January 1st. To stay longer, an RVP (temporary residence permit) or VNZh (permanent residence permit) must be obtained. While registration is possible, it doesn't negate the 90-day limit unless it's a permanent registration linked to RVP/VNZh. Obtaining RVP/VNZh typically requires grounds like employment, study, or property ownership, although simplified procedures might exist for Russian citizens, potentially not requiring immediate employment. Special attention is needed if entering Belarus with one passport (e.g., Ukrainian) and registering with another (e.g., Russian). Travel through third countries like Turkey is possible but may incur fines in Russia for not using a Russian international passport.
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Russian citizens staying in Belarus longer than 90 days after obtaining local registration, without obtaining temporary or permanent residency permits (RVP/VNZh), may be considered in violation of stay limits.
It is advisable to consult with migration authorities (OGIM) for clarity on requirements for extended stays.
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