Belarus Approves 2027 Occupation List for Hiring Foreign Nationals Without Labor-Market Restrictions

For a foreign worker, the measure may make hiring easier in occupations included in the list because employers can recruit without applying the relevant national labor-market protection restrictions. According to the source, the list applies specifically in 2027 and to foreigners without a permanent residence permit, so the occupation and the person’s temporary immigration status remain central. The news is most relevant to people planning to seek employment in Belarus before obtaining permanent residence, as well as to employers arranging their recruitment. Checking whether the specific occupation appears on the list is worthwhile before signing an employment contract.