Applying to a Bachelor's Degree at BSTU
Belarusian State Technological University · Updated June 2026
BSTU is Belarus's leading university for chemical, technological, and environmental engineering. All five Bachelor's programmes are priced equally at $5,100 per year. This guide covers the complete process and all fees.
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Required Documents
- Valid passport (original + notarised copy)
- Secondary school leaving certificate or equivalent (original + certified translation into Russian)
- 12 passport-sized photographs
- Medical certificate confirming good health (HIV test included)
- Completed application form (provided by your agency)
Step-by-Step Application Process
Choose your programme
Browse the available programmes on the Programs page or the inBelarus Go platform. Confirm the tuition fee and entry requirements for your chosen specialisation before applying.
Submit your application and pay the application fee
Apply through the inBelarus Go platform. The $350 application fee is the only payment made before you travel — it covers document review and the issuance of your official university invitation letter.
Prepare your documents
Gather all required documents (see the list above). Documents must be originals or certified copies. Start this process early — legalisation in particular can take several weeks.
Legalise your documents (if required)
Most nationalities are strongly encouraged to have their academic certificates legalised (apostille or full legalisation) before leaving their home country. Check the Important Notes section for country-specific requirements. Do not leave this until you arrive — it cannot be done in Belarus.
Obtain your visa
If your country has a Belarusian embassy, you must apply for a student visa there before travelling. If not, you can travel directly and obtain a visa on arrival — but this carries an additional fee. Do NOT transit through Russia if you do not have a Belarusian embassy visa.
Travel to Belarus with all required funds
Carry all required cash in your hand luggage — not in checked bags. Belarusian border authorities require you to demonstrate sufficient funds on entry. Students who cannot present the full amount risk denial of entry, even if the shortfall is minor. Make sure all banknotes are clean and undamaged.
Complete on-arrival registration
On arrival your agency will guide you through: university check-in, paying all on-arrival fees, hostel registration, the mandatory medical examination, Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) application, and any university interview or document review procedures.
Fee Breakdown
| Item | Amount | When |
|---|---|---|
Application fee (document review + official invitation letter) Paid online via the inBelarus Go platform before you travel. | $350 | Before arrival (online) |
Tuition — 1st instalment (50%) Total annual tuition: $5,100. All five Bachelor's programmes are equally priced. | $2,550 | On arrival (cash) |
Hostel prepayment (first 6–8 months) | $500 | On arrival (cash) |
University administration fee (BSTU) One-time. | $105 | On arrival (cash) |
On-arrival university services (interview + document review) | Up to $100 | On arrival (cash) |
Annual medical insurance | $240 | On arrival (cash) |
Mandatory medical examination Required by local authorities. Repeats every year. | $100 | On arrival (cash) |
Notarisation & certified translation (passport + academic certificate) Each additional document: $25. | $60 | On arrival (cash) |
Visa extension fee Repeats annually. | $65 | On arrival (cash) |
Visa-on-arrival processing (if no embassy visa) Only if you did not obtain a visa through a Belarusian embassy before travelling. | $150 | On arrival (cash) |
Tuition — 2nd instalment (50%) | $2,550 | By 15th December of the same year |
Assistance service fee Contact your agency on inBelarus Go for the current rate. | Set by your agency | On arrival (cash) |
All tuition figures include approximately 2% bank transfer charges.
The assistance fee is set by your agency — contact them on inBelarus Go for the current rate.
Pocket Money for Your First Months
In addition to all the fees listed above, we recommend budgeting at least $500 in pocket money for your first 1–2 months in Belarus. This should cover:
- Food and groceries while you settle in
- Local transport (bus and metro cards)
- Basic household items and personal supplies for the hostel
- Phone SIM card and top-up credit
- Unexpected small expenses and emergencies
- Any minor administrative costs not listed in this guide
Monthly living costs in Minsk for a student are approximately $200–350, depending on lifestyle. Having $500 cash gives you a comfortable buffer for the first weeks until you are settled.
Your Banknotes Must Be Clean and Undamaged
Belarusian banks and most exchange offices will not accept stained, torn, written-on, or significantly worn banknotes. If you arrive with damaged currency, you may be unable to exchange or spend it.
If you do have stained notes, contact your agent — some specialist exchange offices will accept them but may charge a commission of up to 10%. The best approach is to obtain clean, undamaged bills from your home-country bank before travelling.
Read the full guide: Stained Banknotes in BelarusRecurring Payments from Year 2 Onwards
- Annual tuition fee (at your programme's applicable rate) — paid in two instalments: by 15th August (1st semester) and by 15th December (2nd semester)
- Annual mandatory medical examination: $100
- Annual medical insurance: $240
- Annual visa extension fee: $65
- Hostel payments — in line with the monthly payment schedule communicated by the university
Important Notes
BSTU's hostel prepayment is $500, covering approximately 6–8 months of accommodation — slightly lower than at BNTU or BSUIR.
Budget up to $100 for on-arrival university services (interview + document review). The exact amount is confirmed on arrival.
We strongly encourage legalisation of your school certificate before leaving your home country.
Carry all required funds in your hand luggage. Border authorities check on entry; insufficient funds can lead to deportation.
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