Work Visa Required
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 1-3 months
- Fee
- $35-$50 USD (plus $30-$65 work permit)
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable)
- Entry
- Single entry
Work visa requires employer sponsorship and pre-approval from Ministry of Labor. Processing: 1-3 months. Work permit fees: $30-$65. Annual residency visa allows 1-year stay
Eligibility
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Employment
Valid job offer from Lebanese employer with Ministry of Labor approval
Required status: Employment contract from Lebanese employer
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Visa history
No Israeli stamps or visas 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, white background
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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-$50 USD
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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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
Employer obtains pre-approval from Ministry of Labor (may require proof of local hiring attempts)
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Online application
Complete work visa application through Lebanese General Security
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee ($35-$50) and work permit fee ($30-$65)
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Document submission
Submit application at Lebanese embassy or General Security
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Processing wait
Wait for approval (1-3 months processing time)
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Visa collection
Collect work visa and residency permit (valid for 1 year)