Destination guide

Lebanon visa requirements

For Syria passport holders

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Entry requirements

Visa on arrival

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Do I need a visa to visit Lebanon with a Syria passport?

Visa on arrival (conditional)

Key entry notes

  • Visa Issuance: Passengers with a residence permit issued by a GCC Member State on which the profession of businessmen, managers, company owners, doctors, engineers and lawyers is stated, can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for a period not exceeding the validity of their passport.
  • Nationals of Syria passing through Lebanon on their way to Syria can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for maximum stay of 48 hours.
  • Nationals of Syria traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for the duration of the pre-arranged accommodation if they have: - USD 1,000.- or equivalent; and - a proof of accommodation during their stay; and - a return/onward ticket.
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  • Nationals of Syria traveling on business can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for maximum stay of 1 month.
  • They must have: - a proof of business/occupation; and - a letter of invitation/guarantee issued by the inviting party.
  • Spouses and children of Lebanese nationals can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for a maximum stay of 6 months.
  • They must have an official marriage certificate, a family book or other valid proof of relationship.

Data refreshed 06 Sep 2026

At a glance

Travel basics

Region
Western Asia
Capital
Beirut
Languages
Arabic, French
Currency
LBP
Time zones
UTC+02:00
Area
10,452 km2
Population
4,104,000