Belarus Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Belarus carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are current before travel, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Belarus. Special dosing may be needed for infants, those with allergies, or high-risk travelers departing soon.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine, including infants 6-11 months who need an early dose.
Rabies
Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Belarus. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high animal exposure or limited access to medical care.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Tick-borne encephalitis vaccine is recommended if you'll have extensive outdoor activities in tick-prone areas of Belarus.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for Belarus - no risk and no entry requirement.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
102
Medical / Ambulance
103
Fire
101
U.S. Embassy
+375-17-210-1283
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.