This guide is for Year 1 and Year 2 students of the Preparatory Department for academic years 2025–2026 and 2026–2027. Whether you are completing your studies or continuing to a degree programme, you must act before mid-June 2026 to avoid legal complications.
Which Situation Applies to You?
Leaving the Country
You are completing your studies and will not be continuing to a degree programme.
Continuing to a Degree / Master's
You are applying to a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme after the preparatory department.
Case A — Leaving the Country
Apply for an Exit Visa
Visit the office to apply for an Exit Visa. This visa is valid for 2 weeks and allows you to leave the country.
Cost: 270 BYN (~$100 USD)
Bring Proof of Travel
You must provide your tickets back home to the office so they can process the visa application on your behalf.
Deadline to Leave
You must leave the country within 2 weeks of the department closing date (June 30, 2026). Plan accordingly.
Do not overstay your Temporary Residence Permit. Failure to obtain an exit visa before the permit expires may result in legal complications.
Case B — Continuing to a Degree / Master's Programme
There are two ways to handle your enrolment and permit renewal. Choose the option that works best for your timeline.
Option B1: Leave First, Then Apply
Apply for Exit Visa (1 month)
270 BYN (~$100). Gives you time for the application process.
Obtain Invitation Letter
The university issues this for $60. Required to apply for a student visa from abroad.
Travel Home & Apply
Visit the Belarusian Embassy in your home country and submit documents for a Student Visa.
Pay for Medical Insurance
Arrange and pay before travelling.
Pass the Interview
Required as part of enrolment. Cost: ~$100.
Return & Apply for TRP
Once enrolled and back in Belarus, apply for the new TRP 2026–2027. Processing: ~2 weeks. Expected: early August.
Obtain Entry/Exit Visa
After TRP is issued, apply for an Entry/Exit Visa (~$100) — travel freely without embassy visits going forward.
Option B2: Apply First, Then Leave
Submit Application Documents
Leave your documents AND copies with the office before leaving. The university will process the visa application on your behalf.
Apply for Exit Visa (1 month)
270 BYN (~$100). Gives you time for the process.
Travel Home & Wait
The university processes your enrolment. Note: if not accepted, you will need a new Invitation Letter to reapply.
Once Enrolled — Apply for TRP
When enrolment is confirmed and you return, apply for the new TRP 2026–2027. Processing ~2 weeks. Expected: early August.
Obtain Entry/Exit Visa
After TRP is issued (~early August), apply for Entry/Exit Visa (~$100). Travel freely without an embassy visit.
Cost Summary
| Item | Case A | Case B1 | Case B2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exit Visa (2 weeks) | 270 BYN ~$100 | — | — |
| Exit Visa (1 month) | — | 270 BYN ~$100 | 270 BYN ~$100 |
| Invitation Letter | — | $60 | — |
| Medical Insurance | — | Required | Required |
| Interview Fee | — | ~$100 | ~$100 |
| Entry/Exit Visa | — | ~$100 | ~$100 |
Key Dates
If you have any questions, please contact the International Students Office as soon as possible. Do not wait until the last moment — visa processing takes time.