Belarus Is Changing Its Vehicle Inspection Rules

Starting tomorrow.

Starting November 16, the procedure for vehicle inspections in Belarus will change. The new rules pertain to the processing of permits to operate on public roads, their issuance upon a change of ownership, obtaining duplicates, and payment, according to "Belsat".

One of the main changes concerns the purchase of used cars. Previously, when ownership changed, it was necessary to reapply for a roadworthiness permit, even if the vehicle had already passed a technical inspection and the permit remained valid. This requirement has now been abolished.

“If the owner changes but the vehicle has a valid permit, there is no need to undergo a technical inspection again. Information about the permit will be automatically transferred to the new owner thanks to data exchange between the information systems of the “Beltekhosmotr” State Unitary Enterprise and the Ministry of Internal Affairs,” explained Sergey Korovatsky, deputy head of the Minsk branch of “Beltekhosmotr” Sergey Korovatsky.

It will also not be necessary to obtain a new permit if the vehicle’s registration number changes, the vehicle registration certificate is replaced due to loss or theft, or other changes are made to the registration documents. Exceptions are made for cases involving a change in the vehicle type.

If the permit form is lost or damaged, the vehicle owner can request a duplicate. To do so, an application must be submitted. This procedure also applies if changes need to be made to a previously issued document.

Another change concerns payment. The resolution establishes the payment of a fee for issuing a permit authorizing a vehicle to participate in road traffic through the ERIP system. At the same time, the option to obtain a permit electronically through the “E-Pasluga” portal will remain available.

Application forms will also be updated, including those for issuing a duplicate permit and making changes to the document. The new forms will be posted on the official “Beltekhosmotr” website.


The resolution also establishes the procedure for re-inspecting vehicles that failed the technical inspection due to malfunctions. If the owner visits a diagnostic station within 20 days after the initial inspection, specialists will re-inspect only those components and systems in which violations were found. After this period expires, the vehicle will have to undergo a full technical inspection again.

These changes are provided for in Council of Ministers Resolution No. 244 of May 13, 2026. They take effect on November 16.

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