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Lebanon visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Lebanon? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Western Asia | Continent: Asia

Lebanon flag
7Visa-free
0eVisa
96Visa on arrival
94Visa required

Lebanon entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 7 can enter Lebanon visa-free (most commonly for up to 180 days) and 96 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 94 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

103 of 198 passports can travel to Lebanon without arranging anything before departure.

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Lebanon entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Lebanon
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa required
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa on arrival
South AfricaVisa required
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa required

Lebanon visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Lebanon.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa013041
Asia721021
Europe04104
North America011012
Oceania03011
South America0705

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 7
Visa on arrival 96
Visa required 94
No admission 1

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Lebanon?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 7 can enter visa-free, 96 can get a visa on arrival and 94 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Lebanon without a visa?

7 passports have visa-free access to Lebanon, including United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The most common visa-free stay is 180 days.

Does Lebanon offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 96 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Lebanon. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Lebanon?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 28 can enter Lebanon visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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