Lebanon
General visa requirements for travelling to Lebanon. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (Jordanian Tourist Visa-Free)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days within 6-month period
- Entry
- Single entry
Jordanian nationals can visit visa-free for up to 3 months out of any 6-month period
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Jordan
Eligible countries: Jordan
Tourist visa (EU Tourist 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 for 2 additional months
- Entry
- Single entry
EU nationals receive free 1-month visa on arrival, extendable for 2 additional months. Passport must not contain Israeli stamps/visas
Eligibility
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Nationality
All 27 EU member states
Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Phone number and address in Lebanon (typically hotel details); 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
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, return ticket, and hotel information
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Visa collection
Obtain visa on arrival at Beirut International Airport or any port of entry
Tourist visa (GCC Tourist Visa-Free)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 6 months per calendar year
- Entry
- Single entry
GCC nationals can visit visa-free for up to 6 months per calendar year
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of GCC member states
Eligible countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates
Tourist visa (Selected Countries Tourist 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 for 2 additional months
- Entry
- Single entry
Citizens receive free 1-month visa on arrival, extendable for 2 additional months. Total of 82 countries eligible
Eligibility
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Nationality
Selected developed nations eligible for visa on arrival
Eligible countries: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Iceland, Japan, Korea (Republic of), Liechtenstein, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Phone number and address in Lebanon (typically hotel details); 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
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, return ticket, and hotel information
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Visa collection
Obtain visa on arrival at Beirut International Airport or any port of entry
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa Required (Embassy))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 6-8 weeks for non-managerial positions, 2-3 days for managerial positions
- Fee
- $35 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Advance embassy application required with pre-approval from General Security. Processing: 6-8 weeks for non-managerial positions, 2-3 days for managerial positions. Single entry visa costs $35 USD
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals requiring pre-approval from Lebanese General Security
Eligible countries: Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa, Viet Nam
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Visa history
No Israeli stamps, visas, or seals in passport
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 taken within past 3 months, white background
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient funds; Months required: 3
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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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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or proof of lodging 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: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Lebanon visa application form
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash; Amount: $35 USD
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Proof of address
Provide current address evidence, such as a utility bill, tenancy document, residence certificate or official correspondence.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including passport, photos, bank statements, employment letter
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Online application
Complete visa application form
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Fee payment
Pay visa application processing fee at embassy
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Document submission
Submit application in person at Lebanese embassy or consulate
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Processing wait
Wait for approval from Lebanese General Security (6-8 weeks for non-managerial positions)
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Visa collection
Collect visa from embassy once approved