Minsk
Belarus
Сapital - Minsk Territory - 348,84 sq.m. Belarusian ruble (BYR)
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General Information The Republic of Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe bordered by Russia to the North and East, Ukraine to the South, Poland to the West and Lithuania and Latvia to the North and West. This former Soviet Republic is now a unitary, democratic, social state based on the rule of law. Agriculture and industrial production are the strongest sectors of the economy, but Belarus is also known for its engineering, forestry, chemical, construction and mining industries. Forests cover one-third of the country's territory and the lumber industry is considered of economic importance. With only small reserves of petroleum and natural gas of its own, Belarus imports most of its oil and gas. Its main exports are machinery and consumer goods. Religion here is predominantly split between two Christian denominations: Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholicism. However, other religions are also well represented in the country including Protestantism, Islam and Judaism.
Immigration To enter Belarus, a foreign citizen must obtain a visa. Entry visas are classified into transit visas (to transit across Belarus), short-term visas and long-term visas. There are single-, double- and multiple-entry visas. A short-term entry visa (category “C”) is issued for the requested period (but not more than 90 days) when a purpose of a visit is a business trip, private matters, work, etc. A long-term entry visa (category “D”) is issued for multiple entries into Belarus (valid for up to one year with the right to stay for 90 days), inter alia, on the basis of invitation from a legal entity when a purpose of a visit is maintaining business contacts and on the basis of an invitation from an individual when purpose of a visit is private matters. Foreign citizens must register at local bodies of internal affairs within five days upon arrival to Belarus (Russian, Armenian and Kazakh nationals can register within 30 days). The employment of a foreign national is a multi-stage procedure: (1) an employer receives a permit to hire foreign manpower, (2) an employer obtains special permission for a particular foreign employee to work for hire in Belarus (valid for one year and may be extended for the next one year), (3) an employer concludes a labour contract with a foreign employee (validity of a labour contract cannot exceed the validity of special permission for emploement) and registers it at state authorities, (4) an employee receives a Belarusian entry visa and arrives to Belarus. Subsequently, a foreign employee may obtain a temporary residence permit (valid up to one year) which allows him to stay in Belarus without a visa. A temporary residence permit may also be issued to family members of a foreign national who has received a temporary residence permit provided a legal source of income allows a family to maintain a minimum subsistence level established in Belarus. A foreigner holding a temporary residence permit can leave and re-enter Belarus only under a valid visa. After an entry visa expires a foreign holder of a temporary residence permit may obtain a multiple exit-entry visa for a period not longer than validity period of his temporary residence permit.
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Population - 9 347 595 people
Minsk is the central hub for expats relocating to Belarus. Nowadays, the city offers wide streets, modern and ancient architectural features, fountains, shady parks and green boulevards. The capital also has a broad range of new apartments and residential complexes to choose from. Most apartments are situated in the heart of Minsk near metro stations, saving the time on the daily commute.
Average Rental Prices for Housing: 1 bedroom
1000-2000 USD
2 bedroom
1500-4500 USD
3 bedroom
2000-5500 USD
Townhouse
3000-8000 USD
“The areas which are the most attractive for expats are Nezavisimosti avenue, Lenina, Karla Marksa and Nemiga streets. There you will find a lot of shops, cafes and restaurants.�
Education Minsk has many schools offering quality education as well as supportive and encouraging environments to help children achieve personal, physical, and academic excellence. Currently, there is only one international school located in the capital: QSI International School of Minsk. Medical Care There are various medical centres and institutions, mainly located in the capital, the majority of which are private. These centres are equipped with modern and innovative medical equipment and employ multilingual (Russian & English languages) and very cooperative staff. Infrastructure Behind the city’s pristine and regimented exterior, there are exceptional restaurants, modern bars and clubs to rival those of any major city around the world. Culture is also thriving in the capital, offering everything from theatre to opera and experimental dance. With the active development of sports, there is no shortage of professional gyms and sport centres in Minsk.
Culture & Traditions The people of Belarus are known for their exceptional hospitality, friendliness and unique culture rooted deep in the past. Belarusians have acquired enormous spiritual wealth reflected in the intellectual, moral and aesthetic life of the nation.
"Sardechna zaprashayem!" is a traditional expression used to welcome guests, who are usually presented with bread and salt. Shaking hands is a common form of greeting and gifts are given to friends and business associates.
For centuries, Belarusian literature has been developing, giving locals a sense of national identity, epitomized by the literary heritage of numerous poets, whose works are now classics of modern Belarusian literature. It can be said that these writers have shaped the literary language of Belarus.
Belarusian and Russian are the official languages. With 70% of the population using it at home, Russian is the dominant language. In everyday life, people often speak a mixture of Russian and Belarusian, known as "trasianka", particularly prominent in rural areas.
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