Insure a good trip to Belarus

Insurance can keep you out of trouble in the event of an accident, but not having it can even keep you out of some countries.

For Belarus, insurance is more than a failsafe – it’s a necessity if you want to get into the country. The Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade warns its citizens that medical insurance is compulsory for a trip to Belarus. Health insurance must be purchased from a Belarus insurance company or a company accredited in Belarus. A list of companies is available from Belarus Embassies and insurance can even be purchased when obtaining a visa.

The advice also notes that if you plan to drive in Belarus you are required to have third-party car insurance (which can only be purchased when you arrive).