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Belarus Raises Minimum Income Threshold for Work Permits and Dependent Sponsorships

November 10, 2025 6:10 am

Belarus Raises Minimum Income Threshold for Work Permits and Dependent Sponsorships

Belarus has announced important changes to salary thresholds for foreign workers, effective 2025. These adjustments affect work permits, residence applications, and the ability to sponsor family members. If you’re working in Belarus and considering bringing your spouse or children, it’s essential to understand these updates.

New Income Guidelines for Sponsorship

Starting November 1, 2025, the income requirements for sponsoring dependents will change. Here’s what you need to know:

For a Dependent Spouse: The minimum monthly household income must now be BYN 2,624.97, slightly up from BYN 2,623.92.
For Each Child: To sponsor a child, you must earn between BYN 305.86 and BYN 479.59 per month, based on the child’s age. Previously, this range was BYN 301.50 to BYN 476.97.

Dependent Type	Previous Minimum Income	New Minimum Income
Spouse	BYN 2,623.92	BYN 2,624.97
Child (younger)	BYN 301.50	BYN 305.86
Child (older)	BYN 476.97	BYN 479.59

Authorities review these thresholds quarterly, so applicants should verify the latest figures before applying.

Increased Salary Thresholds for Work Permit Holders

In addition to updating dependent sponsorship income, Belarus has raised the salary requirements for work permits. To qualify for a Special Work Permit or Temporary Residence Permit, foreign workers now need to earn at least BYN 3,630 per month, an increase from the previous BYN 3,130. This new threshold is five times the current national minimum wage, which stands at BYN 726.

For all other foreign workers, the minimum salary requirement is now BYN 2,100 per month, up from BYN 2,000. While these figures may not be the highest in Europe, they indicate a growing trend toward fairer wages for foreign workers in Belarus.

Payroll, Taxes, and Social Security Contributions

Foreign workers must be formally employed and paid in Belarusian Rubles (BYN). Employers have the option to tie salaries to foreign currencies, using the bank’s exchange rate on the payment date. Employers also bear several obligations:

34% of salaries go towards mandatory social security insurance.
An additional 6% is allocated for accident insurance.
Workers contribute 1% of their salary to social security, while 13% is withheld for personal income tax.
Depending on individual circumstances, some employees may qualify for tax deductions.

Impact on Applications

These new salary thresholds will apply to all pending and new applications for work and residence permits. Authorities stress that while these guidelines follow general laws, specific cases may vary depending on the job type and industry.

Conclusion

If you aim to work or hire foreign staff in Belarus, take time to review the new salary and financial requirements. These updates are crucial for both new applications and existing permits. Ensuring your income meets these thresholds is vital to avoid delays in approval.