To prepare an application for divorce ( zajavlenie na razvod ) in Minsk , the required procedure and documents depend on whether you have minor children or unresolved property disputes. 1. Administrative Divorce (via Registry Office/ZAGS)
A written statement signed by both spouses. Passports: Valid identity documents for both parties.
The divorce is registered no earlier than one month and no later than two months after filing. Both spouses must typically appear in person twice: once to file and once to finalize. 2. Judicial Divorce (via Court)
The original document must be submitted.
The fee as of 2026 is 180 BYN per spouse (4 base units, where 1 unit = 45 BYN).
You must file a statement of claim with a district court (e.g., Minsk City Court ) if you have minor children, one spouse disagrees, or there are property disputes.
