🇧🇾 Belarus · Naturalisation
Naturalization – 7 years permanent residence — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €473 |
| Minimum annual salary | €473 |
| Proof of savings | €1,578 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Language level | A2 |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €14 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Citizenship possible after 7 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mvd.gov.by.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €473.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Minimum annual salary
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Proof of savings
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Work experience
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Language level
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Criminal record
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Age range
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Application fee
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Years to citizenship
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
Open to all nationalities
https://mvd.gov.by · verified 2026-06-08
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-08.