Lebanon Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
7
Visa on arrival
90
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
97
Visa required in advance
101

Lebanon's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a Lebanon tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Lebanon Visa-Free (7)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Lebanon without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Lebanon (90)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Lebanon border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

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Fees

Lebanon Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Tourist visa on arrival (eligible nationalities)

    1 month, extendable free of charge to 3 monthsofficial sourcegeneral-security.gov.lb ↗

    Free

  • Tourist/visit visa - General Security domestic fee schedule

    single or double entryofficial sourcegeneral-security.gov.lb ↗

    LBP 2,000,000 (~$22)

  • Transit visa - General Security fee schedule

    single or double entryofficial sourcegeneral-security.gov.lb ↗

    LBP 2,000,000 (~$22)

  • Embassy sticker visa - Lebanese Embassy London

    single entry; GBP 97 two entries, GBP 135 multiple entriesofficial sourcelebanon-embassy.org ↗

    GBP 68 (~$90)

  • Tourist visa via VFS Global (India centres, Embassy of Lebanon New Delhi)

    single entry; INR 11,750 double, INR 16,450 multipleofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    INR 8,250 (~$86)

  • Business visa via VFS Global (India centres)

    single entry; INR 11,750 double, INR 16,450 multipleofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    INR 8,250 (~$86)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Lebanon Transit Visa

Lebanon publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

For travelers passing through Lebanon en route to a third country without intending to stay.

Listed as a distinct visa category (single or double entry) at a fee of 2,000,000 LBP. Issued through Lebanese embassies or at border for eligible nationalities. Israel passport holders and those with Israeli stamps refused. Entry/transit conditions mirror tourist visa nationality tiers.

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FAQ

Lebanon Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Lebanon?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Lebanon visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Lebanon tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Lebanon without a visa?

7 countries can visit Lebanon without a visa in 2026, including: Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Lebanon.

How do I apply for a Lebanon tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Lebanon, you typically need to apply at a Lebanon embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Lebanon without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Lebanon varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Lebanon Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Lebanon visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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