Belarus Visa
Belarus
U.S. citizens traveling through Belarus to other countries are strongly reminded that there is a transit visa requirement for entering and leaving Belarus. Transit visas should be obtained prior to any journey that requires travel through Belarus. Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Russian visas are no substitute for this transit visa. Most travel agencies, including those in Russia and CIS countries as well as train ticket sales personnel, are often not aware of this visa requirement and may not seek a transit visa for a traveler unless instructed by the traveler to do so. U.S. citizens traveling to Belarus via Russia are reminded that they must possess a Russian transit visa in addition to their Belarusian visa. The Russian Embassy generally does not issue transit or touris ... [Read More]
Lifting of Belarus Visa Restrictions
Lifting of Belarus Visa Restrictions ... The United States Government has decided in tandem with fourteen member countries of the European Union to rescind visa restrictions relating to Belarus. ... [Read More]
International Adoption Belarus
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Foreign Entry Requirements
AUSTRALIA - *Passport, Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or non-electronic label visa, proof of onward or return ticket, and sufficient funds are required. An ETA or non-electronic label visa is required for tourist or business stays of up to 3 months. An ETA is an electronically stored authority to travel to Australia and can be obtained online at www.ETA.immi.gov.au or through participating travel agencies or airlines. Minors not accompanied by a parent or traveling with only one parent need notarized written parental consent from the absent parent(s). AIDS test required for permanent resident visa for applicants age 15 and older; tests taken in the U.S. are acceptable. More information about entry requirements to Australia (including for longer stays) is available on the Embassy of Aus ... [Read More]
New U.S. Visa Restrictions Against Belarus
Effective immediately, the United States Government will not issue visas for official and personal travel to the United States by Mr. Alexander Lukashenko, leader of Belarus, and seven other high-ranking officials of his government. We are taking this step in tandem with 14 member countries of the European Union. ... The United States will monitor the situation in Belarus in determining whether to continue this visa policy. In this regard, we would welcome the return of the Advisory and Monitoring Group to Minsk. Belarus must undertake a policy of political liberalization and respect for human rights if it hopes to improve relations with the international community and end its self-imposed isolation. ... [Read More]
Foreign Entry Requirements
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Belarus (10/04)
Acknowledging the lack of progress in relation to bilateral relations and the internal situation following the position adopted in 1997, the EU adopted a benchmark approach in 1999, whereby relations would be gradually improved upon fulfillment of the four benchmarks set by the OSCE. In 2000, some moderately positive developments toward the implementation of recommendations made by the OSCE Advisory and Monitoring Group (AMG) were observed but were not sufficient in the realm of access to fair and free elections. The Belarusian Government, objecting to the OSCE AMG's activities, forced its shutdown by failing to renew visas or extend accreditation of professional staff. The Belarus Government agreed to a successor OSCE presence after 14 EU member countries and the U.S. imposed visa restrictions on the travel of high-ranking Belarusian officials. The OSCE Office in Minsk formally came into existence on January 1, 2003 with a mandate to "assist the Belarusian Government in further promot ... [Read More]
Links to U.S. Embassies and Consulates Worldwide
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Immigrant Visas Issued to Orphans Coming to U.S.
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2006 DIVERSITY IMMIGRANT VISA PROGRAM
NOTE: Entries must include the name, date and place of birth of the applicant's spouse and all natural children, as well as all legally-adopted and stepchildren, who are unmarried and under the age of 21 (except children who are already U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents), even if you are no longer legally married to the child's parent, and even if the spouse or child does not currently reside with you and/or will not immigrate with you. Note that married children and children 21 years or older will not qualify for the diversity visa. Failure to list all children will result in your disqualification for the visa. (See question 11 on the list of Frequently Asked Questions.) ... [Read More]
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