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Driver's Licenses and Driving in Belarus: what actually matters to know

Short answer
Russian driver's licenses, including those with automatic three-year extensions, are fully valid in Belarus for personal use and carsharing. Notarized translations are not required, and Russian citizens with a Belarusian residence permit are not obligated to exchange their licenses.

From real experience

Russian driver's licenses with automatically extended validity periods are recognized in Belarus.
While some traffic police officers might be unfamiliar with these extensions, official confirmations support their validity. Travelers should ensure their documents are compliant with Russian regulations regarding automatic extensions.
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Russian citizens with a Belarusian residence permit (VNZH) are not required to exchange their Russian driver's license for a Belarusian one.
Driving a vehicle with Russian plates in Belarus or using a Belarusian license in Russia is legally permitted under Union State agreements.
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Russian driving licenses are fully valid in Belarus for driving personal vehicles or using carsharing services.
Notarized translations are NOT required as both countries recognize each other's documents.
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Russian driver's licenses that have been automatically extended by three years (e.g., valid until 2028 instead of 2025) are recognized and valid for use in Belarus.
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