Lebanon Visa
Do you need a visa to visit Lebanon? Find your nearest Lebanon Embassy.
Visit Embassy WebsiteOur Lebanon Visa Guide will teach you everything you need to know about Lebanon’s visa policy for people from all over the world, including different types of visas, particular requirements, visa sponsorships, visa fees, and more. It is critical to have a scheduled flight ticket in hand before applying for a visa to Lebanon.
Who needs a visa to visit Lebanon?
Unless you are a citizen of the following listed Countries, you will be required to obtain a visa before entering Lebanon. Failure to obtain a visa could result in you being deported.
- The United States
- The United Kingdom
- Canada
For more information on visas to Lebanon, you can visit their Embassy page.
Visit Embassy WebsiteEntry into Lebanon
Since October 2022, cases of cholera have been reported across the nation. Cholera is a bacterial illness that is transmitted through contaminated food or water. Consume only boiled or bottled water, and make sure food has been properly prepared. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on travel from Ireland to Lebanon. There is no requirement to present vaccination or testing certificates for COVID-19.
Eligibility to apply for a Lebanon visa
There is a straight forward criteria when applying for a Lebanon visa. The criteria is designed to assist travellers in knowing what documents will be needed to obtain the visa before travelling. The criteria is listed below.
Application for a visa.
A valid passport.
A photocopy of the passport.
Residence permission.
A recent passport-size image.
Statement of account from the last three months.
Evidence of residence in Lebanon.
Evidence of a return ticket.
Processing time for Lebanon visas
It takes between three and fifteen business days to issue a visa for Lebanon. The application process can take up to a month in exceptional circumstances.
Appointment waiting times
Appointment waiting times for a visa can vary depending on what kind of visa you are applying for. A visitor visa appointment could take around 225 days. A student visa could take around 106 days, and all other non-immigrant visa appointments can take around 19 days.
Who can visit Lebanon without a visa?
The citizens of:
- The United States
- The United Kingdom
- Canada
can enter Lebanon without a visa if their passports are valid for at least six months beyond their anticipated date of arrival. All other Countries require a visa before entry.
For detailed information on specific parts of the general visa process, you can refer to the links below to find the answer to your query. If you are unable to find any particular information, please contact us via email.
Lebanon visa types
There are various types of visas available in Lebanon. Each visa is for a different purpose of visit, so it is imperative to ensure you apply for the correct visa for yourself before travelling. The types of visas available are:
- The Lebanon Tourist Visa is only issued to those entering the country for tourism or recreation.
- Visa issued to foreigners who are travelling to Lebanon for business activities, including meetings, conferences, etc.
- Lebanon Work Visa.
- Lebanon Transit Visa.
- Lebanon Residence Visas.
What to do if your Lebanon visa is rejected?
You have the right to challenge this verdict. The embassy of the Member State that decided to deny the visa distributes a standard form to notify the applicant of the decision to deny a Lebanon visa and the reasons for the refusal. People regularly ask us how we can “ensure” the issuance of a visa. Because all final decisions are made by embassies, there is no way to obtain a 100 percent guarantee. All you can do is ensure that your application is as strong as possible. Please reach out with us if your visa application has been rejected.