Student visa · Switzerland to Lebanon

Student Visa on Arrival

Visa on arrival

Maximum stay
30 days
Processing time
Immediate at port of entry, then up to 2 months for residence permit
Fee
Free (residence permit ~$300)
Validity
30 days, extendable for 2 months
Entry
Single entry

Students receive free 1-month visa on arrival, extendable for 2 months. Must then apply for annual student residence permit through university (cost ~$300)

Eligibility

  • 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

  • Purpose of visit

    Enrolled in Lebanese university

    Includes
    • Study at Lebanese university

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Phone number and address in Lebanon; Must cover full stay: No

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare passport, university registration, and travel documents

  2. Visa collection

    Obtain visa on arrival at Beirut Airport

  3. Document submission

    Apply for annual student residence permit through university

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for residence permit approval

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.