🇱🇧Lebanon Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Lebanon?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 7 enter Lebanon visa-free, 95 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 94 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
7
nationalities
Visa on arrival
95
nationalities
Consular visa
94
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (general-security.gov.lb), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Lebanon visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Lebanon applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa required
- SpainVisa on arrival
- United KingdomVisa on arrival
- United StatesVisa on arrival
- ItalyVisa on arrival
- RussiaVisa on arrival
- GermanyVisa on arrival
- TurkeyVisa on arrival
- FranceVisa on arrival
- GreeceVisa on arrival
- UkraineVisa on arrival
- SenegalVisa required
- Côte d'IvoireVisa on arrival
- CameroonVisa required
- MoroccoVisa on arrival
- AlgeriaVisa on arrival
- TunisiaVisa on arrival
- TogoVisa required
- BeninVisa required
- Burkina FasoVisa required
Lebanon visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Lebanon publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 2,000,000 LBP | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work / Residence permit | Work | 1-3 years | 18,000,000-108,000,000 LBP | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 2,000,000 LBP | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family residence visa | Family | 1 year (renewable) | 15,000,000 LBP | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
Visas
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Information
Capital
Beirut
Population
5,860,000
Currency
Lebanese Pound (LBP ل.ل)
Languages
Arabic, French
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.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid protests
- Do not carry valuables
Terrorism(High)
- Follow travel alerts, avoid southern border areas
Transport
- Drive carefully, use official taxis
Natural risks(Moderate risk of earthquakes and floods)
- Check weather alerts
Health(Healthcare system degraded by the crisis)
- Up-to-date vaccines (hepatitis, typhoid), comprehensive medical insurance
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate
- Have cash in USD
- Download emergency apps
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Beirut · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Lebanon?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Lebanon across 196 nationalities: 7 visa-free, 95 with a visa on arrival, 94 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Lebanon visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 2,000,000 LBP (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Lebanon?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "High due to tensions with Israel, Hezbollah, and political instability.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Lebanon?▾
The official currency is Lebanese Pound (LBP ل.ل). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Lebanon?▾
The capital of Lebanon is Beirut. The main spoken languages are: Arabic, French.
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