Ancient ruins in Byblos, Lebanon
Visa
Obtaining a visa is one of the first steps to traveling to Lebanon and discovering all of its amazing attractions. The rules and procedures for obtaining a visa are subject to change, so it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the latest information before starting the application process.

Lebanon visa

Lebanon is an amazing country rich in history, culture and nature that attracts travelers from all over the world. Before traveling to Lebanon, it is necessary to obtain a visa.

Visa policy may vary depending on citizenship, purpose of visit and other factors. It determines the conditions and procedures for obtaining a visa, as well as the types of visas and their validity periods.

There are different types of Lebanese visas, for example, there are tourist visas, business visas, transit visas, for study, medical treatment, visiting relatives and other purposes. Depending on the type of visa you choose, the requirements and documents to obtain it may differ.

Lebanese authorities prohibit entry into the country for citizens of Israel. It is important to note that Lebanese visas will not be issued on passports containing visas, stamps, seals or other documents issued by Israel. If an Israeli visa stamp or seal is found in the passport after the Lebanese visa has been issued, the latter will be considered invalid.

To find out the details and visa requirements for your country, you can contact our visa agency Visa-Navigator.com. We will provide all the necessary information about the process of applying for tourist, business, transit, student, medical and private visa, required documents and application processing time.

The validity of Lebanese visas varies depending on the type of visa and the nationality of the applicant

Single entry visa

from 15 days to 6 months

Double entry visa

from 15 days to 6 months

Multiple entry visa

3 months or 6 months

Transit

up to 48 hours

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Do I need a visa to Lebanon?

Some countries have visa-free entry agreements with Lebanon, allowing citizens of these countries to enter and stay in Lebanon for 6 months to one year without a Lebanese visa.

Bahrain
Jordan
Kuwait
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Obtain a visa on arrival:

To travel to Lebanon for tourism, medical or other short-term purposes, foreign nationals from more than 80 countries can obtain a visa on arrival at any Lebanese port of entry. They can stay in Lebanon for a maximum of 30 days, with the possibility of extending the visa for up to three months. The visa on arrival is free of charge.

The following documents may be required to apply for a visa on arrival:

  • A valid phone number.
  • Proof of a valid address in Lebanon, which can serve as proof of where you will be staying during your stay.
  • Round-trip flight tickets, which must be valid and non-refundable.
  • A passport with no stamps, seals or visas from Israel.

However, keep in mind that these requirements and procedures are subject to change, so it is advisable to check for up-to-date information on visa requirements and procedures for your country before traveling.

Citizens who are eligible for a visa on arrival in Lebanon can also apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate prior to their trip. This can be convenient in case you want a guarantee of a visa or simply prefer to process the paperwork in advance to avoid inconvenience upon arrival.

List of countries that can issue a visa on arrival in Lebanon

Algeria*
American Samoa
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bhutan
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
China
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominican Republic
Egypt*
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Greenland
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Iran
Iraq
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Macedonia
Malaysia
Malta
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Morocco*
Netherlands
New Zealand
Niue
Norway
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Romania
Russia
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Martin (Netherlands)
Samoa
San Marino
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Syria
Tajikistan
Tunisia*
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States of America
United States of America Virgin Islands
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Venezuela

* Citizens of some countries may also be able to obtain a visa on arrival in Lebanon, but they need to fulfill additional requirements. In particular, they must have a prior reservation in a 3 to 5 star hotel and have at least 2,000 USD in cash. These requirements are in addition to the standard conditions for obtaining a visa on arrival.

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Obtain a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate

All other foreign travelers, depending on the purpose of travel, must apply for the appropriate Lebanese visa prior to their trip. This can be done at the nearest Lebanese embassy, consulate or mission abroad. Visas are issued for 15 days, one month, three months and six months starting from the day of entry into Lebanon. The visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.

List of countries that require an embassy or consular visa to Lebanon

Afghanistan 
Albania 
Angola 
Anguilla 
Bangladesh* 
Benin* 
Bermuda 
Bolivia 
Bosnia and Herzegovina* 
Botswana*  
Bouvet Island 
British Indian Ocean Territory 
British Virgin Islands
Brunei 
Burkina Faso 
Burundi 
Cambodia 
Cameroon 
Cape Verde 
Cayman Islands 
Central African Republic*  
Chad 
Christmas Island
Colombia 
Comoros 
Congo*  
Cook Islands 
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) *  
Cuba 
Democratic Republic of the Congo*  
Djibouti 
Dominica 
Ecuador 
El Salvador*  
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea*   
Eswatini*  
Ethiopia 
Falkland Islands 
Fiji*  
Gabon 
Gambia*  
Ghana*  
Gibraltar 
Grenada 
Guam 
Guatemala 
Guernsey 
Guinea*  
Guinea-Bissau 
Guyana*  
Haiti 
Heard and McDonald Islands 
Honduras
India*  
Indonesia*  
Isle of Man 
Jamaica 
Kazakhstan 
Kenya*  
Kiribati 
Laos 
Lesotho*  
Liberia*  
Libya 
Madagascar 
Malawi 
Maldives 
Mali 
Marshall Islands
Mauritania 
Mauritius*  
Mayotte 
Micronesia 
Mongolia 
Montserrat 
Mozambique 
Myanmar 
Namibia*  
Nauru 
Nepal 
Nicaragua* 
Niger 
Nigeria 
Norfolk Island 
North Korea*  
Northern Mariana Islands 
Pakistan   
Palau*  
Palestine
Papua New Guinea*  
Philippines* 
Pitcairn 
Réunion*  
Rwanda 
Saint Barthélemy 
Saint Helena 
Saint Lucia* 
Saint Vincent and Grenadines 
São Tome and Príncipe
Senegal 
Seychelles*   
Sierra Leone* 
Solomon Islands 
Somalia 
South Africa*  
South Sudan 
Sri Lanka*  
Sudan 
Suriname*  
Taiwan 
Tanzania 
Thailand 
Timor-Leste 
Togo 
Tokelau 
Tonga 
Trinidad and Tobago* 
Tuvalu 
Uganda*  
Vanuatu 
Vatican 
Vietnam*  
Wallis and Futuna Islands
Yemen 
Zambia*  
Zimbabwe* 

*In addition to obtaining a visa, travel to Lebanon may also require authorization from the Immigration Department of the General Directorate of General Security. This may be necessary if plans to visit Lebanon are related to special circumstances or purposes (e.g. work, study or extended stay). Approval at the Immigration Department may involve additional checks and procedures that may take some time.

Types of visas to Lebanon:

tourist
Tourist visa

The Lebanon tourist visa is granted to foreign nationals who plan to visit the country for tourism purposes. It allows tourists to stay in Lebanon for up to three months.

business
Business visa

A business visa is issued to foreigners who are traveling for business purposes such as meetings, conferences, etc. The validity period is about 90 days from the date of issuance.

student
Student visa

For students wishing to study in Lebanon. Valid for 90 days from the date of issue.

family
Private visa

A private visa is granted to visit family or loved ones who reside in Lebanon. It allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days.

medical
Medical visa

A medical visa is granted to citizens who need to undergo treatment or examination in medical facilities in Lebanon. The period of stay is usually 1 month.

transit
Transit visa

Transit visa is for travelers passing through Lebanon to another country. It allows you to stay in Lebanon for up to 24 hours and is valid for up to 48 hours.

Documents required to apply for a visa to Lebanon

Passport

valid for six months and one blank page for the visa stamp

Visa application form

completed and signed visa application form

Photographs

two recent passport-sized photos

Confirmation of travel arrangements

round-trip airfare and hotel or other accommodation bookings

Confirmation of financial resources

bank statements, cash, etc.

Certificate of Health Insurance

covering the period of stay

Payment of visa fee

payment receipt

Documents must be in Arabic, French or English.

Depending on the purpose of your visit, additional documents such as a letter of invitation, proof of work or education, and travel itinerary may be required.

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