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Everything You Need To Know About Lebanon Visa

lebanon-visa-images All visitors except citizens of countries like Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Jordan need a visa to enter Lebanon.

As the United Kingdom is not a visa exempt country, all British nationals should obtain a visa to visit Lebanon.

Citizens of the United Kingdom can either obtain a visa on arrival or can get a visa via the Lebanon embassy before the trip.

A visa on arrival can be obtained at the entry port in Beirut International airport or any other port of entry, unless until the traveler’s passport does not have an Israeli stamp.

However, travel experts believe that obtaining a visa before the travel date is the best way to visit Lebanon, as authorities in Lebanon may phase out the visa on arrival privilege at any time without prior notice.

Depending on the nature and purpose of the foreign national’s trip, authorities in Lebanon have classified their visas into several types. Please scroll down to know more about these visa types.

Lebanon tourist visa

All British nationals intending to visit Lebanon for tourism-related activities can apply for a Lebanon tourist visa.

These visas are exclusively dedicated to foreign nationals entering the country for tourism activities, and they are not supposed to do any other operations in the country.

In order to get a Lebanon tourist visa, a foreign national should submit the documents mentioned below.

The applicant’s original signed UK passport which has a minimum validity of three months should be submitted. This passport should also have three consecutive blank pages for stamping.
A recently taken photograph of the applicant should be submitted. This photograph should provide the full-frontal view of the applicant’s head with the face centered in the middle. In the photograph, the applicant should make sure that he or she is maintaining a neutral facial expression.
A letter that furnishes the applicant’s employment should be submitted. This letter should be issued by the applicant’s employer in the United Kingdom in the company’s letterhead. The letter should show the name of the traveler, and it should assure that he or she is an employee in the company. This letter should specify the nature and purpose of the traveler’s visit to Lebanon, and it should assure that he or she will return to work after completing the journey.
It is necessary to prove the financial stability of the traveler. In order to prove it, the applicant can submit last three months’ non-online bank statements. Please note that the minimum balance in this statement should be £35.00 per day of stay.
A hotel room booking detail should be submitted as a proof of accommodation.
Apart from submitting the original passport, the applicant should also submit a clear copy of his or her passport.
The visa application form to obtain a Lebanon tourist visa should be completed without any errors. There are several previous instances where foreign nationals were denied Lebanon visas due to errors in the application form. So, make sure that you are completing it with utmost care and attention. If you face any difficulties while submitting the application, do not hesitate to contact Visa Genie.

Tips to take care while applying for a Lebanon tourist visa

If the visa is being applied for the spouse of a Lebanese national, it is necessary to submit a copy of marriage certificate and a copy of the husband's Lebanese ID.
If a minor is applying for a Lebanon visa, it is necessary to submit a consent form signed by both the parents. If the parents are separated or divorced, it is mandatory to submit the notarized copy of the court order.

Lebanon business visa

British nationals who want to visit Lebanon for business purposes can apply for a business visa. Using these visas, travelers can engage in business activities like commercial sale trading.

Foreign nationals intending to obtain a Lebanon business visa should submit the below mentioned documents.

The actual signed passport of the foreign national that has a minimum validity of three months and three blank pages should be submitted to obtain a Lebanon business visa.
A recent photograph that shows the applicant in a neutral, non-smiling expression should be submitted.
A business introduction letter issued by the applicant’s company in the United Kingdom should be submitted. This letter should briefly introduce the traveler, and should outline the nature and purpose of the journey.
A business invitation letter issued by the company in Lebanon should be submitted. Please make sure that this letter is addressed to the Consulate of Lebanon. This letter should be signed by a senior manager of the company, and it should detail the nature of business that will be conducted by the foreign national during his or her stay in Lebanon. It is also necessary to state the type and desired validity of the visa in this business invitation letter.
The applicant should submit copy of round-trip tickets or the complete version of the itinerary. While submitting the itinerary, please make sure that it is being sent by a travel agent or an airline company.
It is necessary to submit proof of health insurance that covers international travel.
A copy of recent bank statement should be submitted as a livelihood proof.
It is mandatory to submit hotel room booking confirmation details to get a Lebanon business visa.
A clear photocopy of the applicant’s passport should be submitted.
The Lebanon business visa application form should be completed without any errors. In case of any queries, do contact Visa Genie.

Lebanon transit visa

If you are a British national transiting through Lebanon to a different destination, then there is no need to obtain a transit visa.

However, the traveler should meet the conditions mentioned below.

The traveler should hold a passport. This passport should have minimum six months validity and one blank visa page.
The traveler should make sure that he will continue the journey on the same calendar day from Lebanon to the next destination.
It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds, along with proof of onward/return tickets.
The British national should hold all documents required for the next destination.
It is mandatory to hold visa of the next country.
Before starting the journey, it is very much recommended to confirm with the airline that boarding is allowed without a visa, as these rules are subject to change.

Note: If the traveler is not meeting the conditions mentioned above, it might be necessary to apply for a visa to enter Lebanon.

Lebanon official travel visa

In order to get a Lebanon official visa, foreign nationals should submit the documents mentioned below.

The passport of the applicant which has a minimum validity of three months and three consecutive blank pages should be submitted. While submitting the passport, please ensure that it has no Israeli stamps on it.
A recently taken photograph of the applicant should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit the Appendix B/Note Verbale certifying the purpose of travel from the relevant Government Agency/Embassy/Consulate/State Enterprise/International Organization in Lebanon.
The applicant should submit a clear copy of his or her passport.
The visa application form to obtain the Lebanon official travel visa should be completed properly without any errors.