Lebanon
General visa requirements for travelling to Lebanon. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Medical visa (Medical Visa on Arrival)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- Immediate at port of entry
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 30 days, extendable
- Entry
- Single entry
Visa on arrival available for medical treatment visitors. Must provide documentation of medical treatment. Can be extended
Eligibility
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Nationality
Eligible visa on arrival countries
Eligible countries: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic of), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States of America
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Purpose of visit
Medical treatment in Lebanon
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Health
Requires documented medical condition and treatment plan
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Proof of ability to pay for medical services (hospitals require upfront payment in USD); Minimum amount: Sufficient funds
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hospital or hotel information in Lebanon; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical documentation and proof of treatment appointment
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Visa collection
Obtain visa on arrival at Beirut Airport with medical documentation
Medical visa (Medical Visa Required (Embassy))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 3 weeks (may be expedited for urgent cases)
- Fee
- $35 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Medical treatment visa requires advance embassy application with medical documentation. Processing may be expedited for urgent medical cases
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals requiring pre-approval
Eligible countries: Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa, Viet Nam
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Financial
Minimum funds: $5,000 USD
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Purpose of visit
Medical treatment in Lebanon
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Health
Documented medical condition requiring treatment
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport photo, white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements proving ability to pay for medical treatment (hospitals require upfront USD payment); Minimum amount: $5,000 USD
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel or accommodation booking; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from Lebanese hospital or medical facility confirming appointment
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Medical visa application
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash; Amount: $35 USD
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical reports, hospital appointment letter, and financial documents
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Online application
Complete medical visa application at embassy
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee
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Document submission
Submit all documents at Lebanese embassy
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Processing wait
Wait for approval (may be expedited for urgent cases)
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Visa collection
Collect medical visa from embassy