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Living in Belarus: the ultimate expat guide

Living in Belarus: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Belarus.

Located in Central Europe, Belarus is conducive to expatriation. Although one third of its territory is covered by forest, it is deemed to be a promising country as several sectors are developing by laying emphasis on creativity. By moving to Belarus, you will also enjoy a low cost of living along with ancient traditions. Note that most of the population speaks Belarussian and Russian, but English is less common.

Key facts

Population9.2 million
Expats70,000
Top nationalitiesRussians, Ukrainians, Poles, Lithuanians, Turkmens
LanguagesBelarusian, Russian
Monthly cost of living
1 person600 EUR
Family of 41,800 EUR

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