Belarus
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have聽appropriate travel insurance聽for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Dial 103 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance or medical assistance company quickly if you鈥檙e referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Most people in Belarus only speak Russian or Belarusian, so emergency services staff may not speak English. You may need to find someone who speaks English to interpret for you.
Vaccine recommendations and health risks 聽
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
- check the latest
- see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the
See what , including biting insects and ticks.
Do not drink village well water. It is usually heavily contaminated with impurities. In cities, boil then filter tap water before drinking. Bottled water is widely available.
Medication
The availability of local medical supplies cannot be guaranteed 鈥� bring all essential medication with you.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
TravelHealthPro explains聽.
For more information on the legal status of a specific medicine, contact the聽.
Healthcare in Belarus
The standard of healthcare is below that of the UK.
FCDO has a list of聽medical facilities in Belarus where some staff will speak English.
Travel and mental health聽
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also .