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The Government of Belarus allows all refugees from Ukraine to access Belarusian territory and asylum procedures if they wish to seek protection. Third country nationals fleeing the war in Ukraine and traveling to their countries of origin or permanent residence are allowed to enter, transit and exit Belarus visa-free. All COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted at border crossing points.
Since the second half of April 2022, border crossings from Ukraine remain very low. Most refugees from Ukraine transit through the EU, primarily through Poland. The majority are hosted in Belarus by relatives or friends.
Others are supported by the local authorities and partners in identifying accommodation and employment opportunities.
The Government leads the response to the Ukraine refugee situation in Belarus, with the Belarusian Red Cross Society (BRCS) being the recognized channel of international aid delivery and distribution. An inter-agency Refugee Coordination Forum (RCF) led by UNHCR has been established at country level to complement the Government’s efforts.