Visa Application
Tourist Visa
- A valid, signed passport and one Photocopy of the passport information page. containing the full name, photo, passport #, issue date, and expiry date The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Lebanon, and contain at least one blank visa page.
- Fully completed and signed Lebanon Visa Application
- Two (2) passport photographs
- Proof of health insurance coverage.
- International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever Required if arriving from an infected area within 5 Days.
- Hotel Confirmation with an address in Lebanon is necessary
- Applicants of Lebanese origin must present copy of Lebanese ID card
- Spouse of applicants of Lebanese origin must submit a copy of the marriage certificate and a copy of the spouse’s Lebanese ID
- For minor children under age 18, a notarized letter of Parental Consent Form from both parents allowing their dependents to travel to Lebanon is required, with a copy of the child’s birth certificate and a copy of both parents’ ID.
- A copy of applicant’s Permanent Residency Card for non-U.S. citizens
- For housekeepers, the following documents are needed as well:
- Valid Passport of the House Keeper.
- US valid visa.
- A letter from the employer (affidavit of support).
- Proof of health insurance coverage.
Business Visa
- A valid, signed passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Lebanon, and contain at least one blank visa page.
- Fully completed and signed Lebanon Visa Application
- Two (2) passport photographs
- International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever Required if arriving from an infected area within 5 Days.
- Hotel Confirmation with an address in Lebanon is necessary
- Applicants of Lebanese origin must present copy of Lebanese ID card
- Spouse of applicants of Lebanese origin must submit a copy of the marriage certificate and a copy of the spouse’s Lebanese ID
- A business letter of introduction and financial responsibility is required to be typed on your company letterhead and addressed to: Embassy of Lebanon, Visa Section, Washington, DC. This letter must be signed by a company officer other than the traveler, and should:
- state the nature of business to be performed;
- include the name and address of the company to be visited;
- guarantee sufficient financial support during visit; and
- guarantee return transportation to the US for the applicant.
Fees
In addition to the standard Iratex fees, the following consular fees apply:
A money order (no cash or checks accepted) payable to the Embassy of Lebanon
Single Entry | $35.00 per visa |
Multiple Entry | $70.00 per visa |
Visa Information
The passport must not contain any Israeli seals or stamps.
Performers and entertainers are required to obtain a work permit.