About Belarus's Correctional System
Belarus's correctional system is managed by the Department of Corrections of Belarus. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Belarus, contact US Embassy Belarus at +375 17 210 1283 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Belarus Resources & Legal Services
Key Belarus Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Corrections of Belarus | Belarus | +375-17-218-9660 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Belarus | Belarus | +375 17 210 1283 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
Showing 6 facilities in Belarus
Brest Pre-Trial Detention Centre SIZO-7
Facility
Closed
Pre-trial detention centre in southwestern Belarus. Holds remand prisoners awaiting trial in the Brest judicial region.
Hrodna Correctional Colony IK-1
Facility
Closed
Correctional colony in western Belarus near the Polish and Lithuanian borders. Houses sentenced male prisoners under the Belarusian Department of Corrections.
Mahilyow Correctional Colony IK-15
Facility
Closed
Correctional labour colony in eastern Belarus. Part of the Soviet-era IK (ispravitelnaya koloniya) penitentiary network that Belarus maintained after independence.
Minsk Pre-Trial Detention Centre (SIZO-1)
Facility
Closed
Main pre-trial detention centre in Minsk. One of the primary facilities used to hold political prisoners following the 2020 protests against Lukashenko. Reports of systematic torture beatings and degrading treatment of detainees.
Vitebsk Correctional Colony IK-3
Facility
Closed
Labour correctional colony in northern Belarus. Part of the network of Soviet-era facilities maintained by the Belarusian Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Facility
Closed
Pre-trial detention facility known as the most notorious holding prison in Belarus. Became internationally notorious following the mass arrests after the disputed 2020 presidential election when thousands of protesters were detained and tortured here. Built in Soviet era and located 50km north of Minsk.
Belarus Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Belarus, contact US Embassy Belarus at +375 17 210 1283 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Belarus at +375 17 210 1283 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Belarus. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Belarusian Republican Bar Association for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Belarus. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Belarus facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.