Lebanon
General visa requirements for travelling to Lebanon. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Journalist visa (Journalist Visa Required)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 1 day for press accreditation
- Fee
- $35 USD (if not eligible for visa on arrival)
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Journalists must obtain press accreditation from Ministry of Information in addition to visa. Accreditation valid for 30 days
Eligibility
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Employment
Must be employed by recognized media organization
Required status: Employed by media outlet
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Purpose of visit
News reporting, filming, journalistic coverage
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport photo for press accreditation
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash; Amount: $35 USD
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain letter from media outlet, press credentials, and passport photo
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Document submission
Apply for press accreditation at Ministry of Information (Sanaye square, Hamra district, 3rd floor). Office hours: 8:30-13:00
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Processing wait
Receive A4 accreditation letter in Arabic valid for 30 days
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Online application
Apply for journalist visa at Lebanese embassy (if required based on nationality)
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Visa collection
Obtain visa (or visa on arrival if eligible)