Belarus Updates School Dress Code: Business Attire for Students Starting September 2025

Bobruisk, Belarus – Starting September 2025, Belarusian schools will implement a revised dress code emphasizing business attire. The Ministry of Education has outlined specific requirements for both male and female students. Boys can choose from jackets, vests, trousers, shirts (short or long sleeves), turtlenecks, and ties. Girls have the option of jackets, vests, skirts, trousers, blouses (short or long sleeves), turtlenecks, sundresses, and dresses. "The new regulations aim to promote a more professional and disciplined learning environment," stated a Ministry spokesperson. The updated dress code reflects a broader societal shift towards more formal standards in educational settings across the country. This change is expected to be welcomed by many parents and educators.