Lebanon visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indians visiting Lebanon

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Lebanese Visa.

  • Online filled and signed application form.
  • Valid passport with at least six months left before expiry and two blank pages for stamping.
  • One recent passport photographs.
  • Minors are to have a copy of their birth certificate.
  • Bank statements showing enough funds for the trip.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Reserved accommodation confirmation.
  • Bank statements.
  • Invitation letter.
  • Round trip ticket.
  • Trip itinerary.

Lebanon Visa for Indians

Facts about Lebanon

Lebanon is a well-known destination for its archeological heritage, architecture and rich ancient history. Places like Beiteddine Palace, Baalbek Trilithon, Jeita Grotto are top quality places to visit.
 
The tourism industry is one of the most important industries in the country. The country generates a bulk of its revenue from the tourism industry. Over 300,000 tourists visit Lebanon yearly.
 
Due to the outbreak of the Ebola virus, foreigners from West African countries like Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone or who have recently been to the above-mentioned countries are not allowed into the country.

Types of Lebanon Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 working days 90 days
Business visa 15 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Lebanon Visa

  • Online filled and signed application form.
  • Valid passport with at least six months left before expiry and two blank pages for stamping.
  • One recent passport photographs.
  • Minors are to have a copy of their birth certificate.
  • Bank statements showing enough funds for the trip.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Reserved accommodation confirmation.
  • Bank statements.
  • Invitation letter.
  • Round trip ticket.
  • Trip itinerary.
Lebanon Tourist visa Lebanon Business visa

Lebanon Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Lebanon tourist visa is issued to Indians traveling to Lebanon for the purpose of tourism and visitation purposes.
  • An invitation letter from the person you are visiting must be provided.
  • This letter should state the relationship between your and the host, contact details and address of the host. 
  • Travelers who hold passports that contain visas or entry/exit stamps for Israel will likely be denied entry into Lebanon.
  • Individuals under the age of 18 are to submit their birth certificate and a letter of travel authorization from parents. 
  • Tourists are to have a hotel reservation valid through their stay in Lebanon or a reservation with a tour agency. 
  • Bank statement containing sufficient funds for the trip is required. 
  • A return trip ticket is required as proof that the individual has the incentive of returning to their country at the end of their stay. 
  • Overstaying your visa attracts a fine. 
  • Travelers are advised to to avoid the Lebanese-Syrian border region.
  • Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas.

Lebanon Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Lebanon business visa allows Indians to engage in commercial and trade activities for the duration of visa validity. 
  • It also grants individuals the opportunity to attend conferences, seminars, interview and employ staff and purchase business materials. 
  • Those going to attend a conference are required to provide proof of pre-registration for the conference. 
  • Your Lebanese business partner is required to send an invitation letter. This letter should state the nature of business to be conducted, the duration of the business and if the host company will sponsor the business. 
  • If the host company will not sponsor the business trip, the company the applicant is representing should sponsor the trip. 
  • Self-employed individuals are to submit their company registration certificate and tax clearance. 
  • This visa does not allow the applicant to receive remuneration for services rendered while in Lebanon neither does it allow engagement in any form of employment. 
  • If there are previous dealings between the Lebanese company and Indian company/individual, documents with details of the transactions should be provided. 
  • Business applicants are to have an accommodation reservation valid for the duration of the stay. 
  • The visa fees are to be paid before your application can be processed and the fees are non-refundable. 

Lebanon Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

70.00 (USD)

Business visa

70.00 (USD)

Lebanon Visa Application Centres & Embassies in India

Location

Address

New Delhi

A -15/21, Vasant Vihar New Delhi 110021 India

lebemb2013@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Lebanon?

Lebanon, placed alone is a relatively safe country and visitors are just to be on the lookout for petty thefts and a few violent crimes.

What time of the year do people visit Lebanon the most?

Most visitors to Lebanon visit during summer which is from June to August as the rains are greatly reduced in this period. This period could experience heat waves with high temperatures and very humid coastlines. The best place to enjoy this season is in the mountains.

How long does it take to get a Lebanon visa?

Lebanon visa processing time is 15 days.

What is Lebanon famous for?

Lebanon is well known for being a vacation destination for the people of the Persian Gulf.