The Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk is the diplomatic mission of the Holy See to Belarus.
Contact Details
| Address | Nezalezhnastsi Avenue 46D, 220005 Minsk, Belarus |
| Telephone | +375 17 257 45 05 |
| Fax | +375 17 257 45 04 |
| nuntius@catholic.by | |
| Head of Mission | Ignazio Ceffalia, Apostolic Nuncio |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
Hours shown: office hours, according to the Belarusian Foreign Ministry’s Diplomatic Handbook (September 2026). Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Nunciature
Before your visit
You will find the nunciature at Nezalezhnastsi Avenue 46D, 220005 Minsk. The address is in central Minsk, within walking distance of the metro.
- Office hours: Monday to Friday 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–17:00, according to the Belarusian Foreign Ministry’s Diplomatic Handbook (September 2026).
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
Who runs the Holy See Apostolic Nunciature?
The Apostolic Nuncio is Ignazio Ceffalia.
Closing days
Like most offices in Belarus, the nunciature closes on public holidays – including 1 and 2 January, Orthodox Christmas, Labour Day, Radunitsa, Independence Day and 25 December. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
The nunciature can be reached on +375 17 257 45 05. In Belarus, the emergency number is 112 (police 102, ambulance 103).
Diplomatic missions of the Holy See in Belarus
The Holy See in Belarus
- Minsk – Apostolic Nunciature of the Holy See (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk
Where is the Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk?
At Nezalezhnastsi Avenue 46D, 220005 Minsk.
What are the opening hours of the Holy See Apostolic Nunciature in Minsk?
Monday to Friday 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–17:00 (office hours), according to the Belarusian Foreign Ministry’s Diplomatic Handbook (September 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Details checked on 14 October 2026. Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus – Diplomatic Handbook (September 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the nunciature before your visit.
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