Visa for Lebanon from Madagascar: price, documents and processing time 2026
Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Madagascar apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.
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Pay €29 and have my application checkedOur guide to the Lebanon visa from Madagascar
Travellers holding a Madagascar passport must obtain a consular visa before travelling to Lebanon. The application must be submitted by appointment through the relevant embassy or consulate before departure.
Prepare the application well in advance with the diplomatic mission responsible for Lebanon. Practical requirements, submission arrangements and the final document list should be confirmed directly with the official portal or the relevant embassy.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, travellers holding a Madagascar passport must apply for a consular visa before travelling to Lebanon. The visa must be obtained from the relevant embassy or consulate before departure, rather than at the time of travel.
How much does a visa for Lebanon cost from Madagascar?
The official fee for a visa for Lebanon is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Lebanon really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
Only when the post uses an external centre. The amount is set locally and we do not publish a figure we cannot verify.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
- ExtrasVariable
Courier return, SMS tracking, compliant photo, insurance, sworn translation or legalisation, depending on what the post requires.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for a visa for Lebanon?
Documents required for a visa for Lebanon:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Flight itinerary
Documents and fees
A standard application file may include an application form, photographs, proof of accommodation, financial resources and insurance. The exact document list and any applicable fees must be checked with the official portal or the relevant embassy.
How to apply for a visa for Lebanon from Madagascar
- 1Book an appointment at the embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
- 2Assemble the complete file before the appointment.
- 3Submit the file and provide your biometric data.
- 4Track the processing and wait for the decision.
- 5Collect your passport with the visa sticker.
How to apply
Book an appointment with the relevant embassy or consulate to submit the visa application. Follow the instructions issued by that authority, including those concerning the application form, file submission and any additional steps.
Where do you apply for a visa for Lebanon from Madagascar?
A consular visa for Lebanon is filed with the diplomatic post accredited for Madagascar, or with the application centre that post has appointed.
- The competent post is the one accredited for Madagascar, which is not always the nearest one geographically.
- An application centre collects the file and the biometrics. It does not decide, it cannot speed up a case, and it is not an agency.
- Appointments are booked with the post or the centre directly. A slot is never sold, and no one can guarantee one.
What if Lebanon has no embassy in Madagascar?
Then the application goes to the post accredited for Madagascar, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.
You live in Madagascar on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Madagascar but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Lebanon take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
Processing times vary according to the embassy or consulate, the period and the individual application. Do not purchase tickets before the visa has been issued, and check current information with the competent authority.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Do not submit an incomplete application or assume that requirements are identical at every diplomatic mission. Avoid buying non-refundable tickets before the visa is issued, and review official instructions before attending your appointment.
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Other visa types for Lebanon
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 12, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa required
Entry regime
Visa required
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
2,000,000 LBP
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
2,000,000 LBP
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work / Residence permit
Work visa
Duration
1-3 years
Price
18,000,000–108,000,000 LBP
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family residence visa
Family reunification
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
15,000,000 LBP
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
SafetyWing travel insurance
Medical costs and repatriation during your stay. If the consulate asks for insurance, check the required amount before buying.
- Medical costs covered up to $250,000
- 180+ countries, United States as an option
- Can be bought once you have left
- Pre-existing conditions not covered
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Lebanon from Madagascar?▾
Yes, a consular visa is required: applications are made at the embassy or consulate before departure.
What documents are required for a visa to Lebanon?▾
For the tourist visa application, you will need: Passport valid 6 months beyond stay, Return or onward ticket, Proof of accommodation, Proof of sufficient funds, Flight itinerary.
How do you apply for a visa for Lebanon from Madagascar?▾
The application goes through the embassy, consulate or an accredited visa application centre: book an appointment, assemble the file, submit it with biometric capture, then collect your passport once the decision is made.
What other visa types exist for Lebanon?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Lebanon offers among others: Business visa, Work / Residence permit, Student visa, Family residence visa.
Data verified on 28/10/2026 · Our methodology
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