🇱🇧Lebanon
Asia
Information
Capital
Beirut
Population
5,860,000
Currency
Lebanese Pound (LBP ل.ل)
Languages
Arabe, Français
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+961
Timezone
Asia/Beirut
Area
10,452 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
November 1 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.lb
About
Lebanon is a Middle Eastern country on the eastern Mediterranean coast. It faces prolonged economic and security crises, with a 2026 state budget of around $6 billion. Despite challenges, it has high internet penetration and a young population.
Safety
Risk level :Élevé en raison des tensions avec Israël, du Hezbollah et de l'instabilité politique.
Risk areas
Sud-Litani - Hostilités avec Israël et HezbollahFrontière sud - Occupation israélienne et tirs de roquettesBeyrouth et zones urbaines - Criminalité et instabilité économique
Crime(medium)
- Éviter les manifestations
- Ne pas porter d'objets de valeur
Terrorism(high)
- Suivre les alertes de voyage, éviter les zones frontalières sud
Transport
- Conduire prudemment, utiliser des taxis officiels
Natural risks(Risques modérés de séismes et inondations)
- Vérifier les alertes météo
Health(Système de santé dégradé par la crise)
- Vaccins à jour (hépatite, typhoïde), assurance médicale complète
Practical tips
- S'inscrire au consulat
- Avoir des liquidités en USD
- Télécharger les apps d'urgence
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center600
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350
3-bedroom apartment in city center1500
3-bedroom apartment in suburb900
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal7
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant40
McDonald's menu10
Local beer (0.5L)3
Cappuccino3
Water (1.5L)0.5
Bread (500g)1
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)3
Chicken (1kg)6
Apples (1kg)2
Bananas (1kg)1.5
Transport
Public transport ticket0.5
Monthly transport subscription30
Taxi ride (start)2
Taxi (1km)0.5
Gasoline (1L)1.2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)50
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema8
Theater25
Health
General practitioner consultation40
Dentist consultation60
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)5
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)30
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)20
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)60
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)1000
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type D
Emergency numbers
Police112
Ambulance112
Fire department112
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants