Belarusian postal operators are now required to share data about their deliveries with Belpochta
Eighteen companies licensed by the Ministry of Communications in Belarus will soon be required to submit data on all mail items, both domestic and international, to a central database managed by "Belpochta," as per the general director of the Association of Intermodal Transportation and Logistics, Dmitry Kurochkin.
The impending changes will also involve additional expenses for the companies, with a connection to the system costing 300 rubles and each item or information line incurring an additional 0.18 kopecks.
The move is aimed at identifying items and substances prohibited for postal transfer, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs granted access to the unified database for operational investigative purposes.
However, it is important to note that the law is yet to be signed by Lukashenko.
While the exact impact of these measures on the operations and costs of postal companies remains unclear, recent regulatory changes in Belarus suggest a broader emphasis on compliance and standardization that may extend to various sectors, including postal services.
For instance, as of March 1, 2025, certain companies in Belarus must coordinate key personnel appointments, including directors, under Edict No. 74. Furthermore, the State Committee for Standardization has approved a national standard for uST technology, indicating ongoing efforts to develop and regulate technology standards.
These developments may potentially increase the administrative burden for postal companies, but they could also lead to more transparent operations and a reduction in non-compliance investigations.
Understanding the specific implications for postal companies in light of the aforementioned changes will require consultations with official government sources or legal experts in Belarus.
- The new regulations in Belarus, including the data submission requirement for postal companies, might not be limited to the postal sector, as recent changes suggest a broader emphasis on compliance and standardization.
- In addition to the data submission requirement, the financial burden on postal companies may increase due to connection fees and additional costs for each item or information line, as stated in the recent regulatory changes.
