November 15, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lankan students travelling to Belarus for the first time to undertake university studies will benefit from a new visa concession, following a decision by the Belarusian Government to waive fees for visas issued upon arrival.
The move is expected to ease the financial burden on young Sri Lankans seeking educational opportunities in the European country, while making the process of travelling abroad for higher studies more accessible.
The decision comes in the wake of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath’s official visit to Belarus in May 2026, during which discussions were held on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries.
In a further development, authorities have also begun working towards streamlining visa application arrangements for relatives of Sri Lankan students already enrolled in Belarusian educational institutions.
The proposed changes are intended to make family visits less complicated, allowing parents and other close relatives to travel to Belarus more conveniently to spend time with students during their academic journey.
The concessions are expected to strengthen educational links between Sri Lanka and Belarus, while offering practical assistance to students and their families. They could also make Belarus a more attractive destination for Sri Lankan students considering overseas higher education.