Libya visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Libya

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

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • a duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-sized photographs (40 mm x 60 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Libya Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Libya

Most tourists visiting Libya pick the Sahara Desert as their chosen destination. The Sahara Desert covers more than 92% of the Libyan territory. The calm and natural beauty of the desert gives tourists the liberty to enjoy a private getaway with unlimited photographic opportunities. This is a dream for adventurers and nature lovers. Archeological sites are also aplenty in the country. The country has 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, three of these are classical ruins. All these sites are heavily visited by tourists all through the year.
 
The tourism industry has taken a considerable hit in recent times because of the unrest in the country. Most countries advise their citizens against all forms of travel to Libya.

Types of Libya Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 working days 30 days
Business visa 10 working days 30 days

General Requirements for Libya Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • a duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-sized photographs (40 mm x 60 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Libya Tourist visa Libya Business visa

Libya Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Indonesians traveling to Libya for tourism purposes can apply for the Libyan tourist visa.
  • Visitors traveling to Libya for touristic purposes are required to convert US$1,000, or equivalent, in freely convertible cash or debit the amount from a valid credit card upon arrival.
  • Failure to do so will result in the traveler being refused entry.
  • Exempted are those visiting a resident, provided holding proof of sponsorship covering the entire stay and those traveling as part of a paid tourist package if holding a valid visa.
  • The import and export of local currency for both residents and non-residents are prohibited.
  • Applicants are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Libya's economy operates on a “cash-only" basis for almost all transactions, so foreigners are advised to take enough cash.
  • Within three days of arrival in Libya, visitors must register at the police station closest to where they are residing.
  • When in Libya,  you are expected to carry proof of citizenship and valid immigration status at all times. Make contingency emergency plans and maintain situational awareness at all times.
  • Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Libya are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.

Libya Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Libyan business visa is for Indonesians traveling to Libya for business purposes.
  • The Libyan business visa has two types:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for 30 days.
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for 90 days.
  • An invitation letter from the host company in Libya must be provided.
  • Temporary residency paperwork should be provided to foreigners by the host company. 
  • Applicants should provide an invitation letter from a company that operates in Libya or other sponsors.
  • For sponsored applicants, a letter from employer or sponsoring company should be provided introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company and clearly stating the purpose of visit to Libya.
  • The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Libya.
  • Certificate of Business Registration of the inviting company should be submitted with other necessary documents.

Libya Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

65.00 (LYD)

Business visa

65.00 (LYD)

Libya Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Jakarta

Jl. Kintamani Raya II Blok C/17, Kav 6-7 Kuningan Timur Jakarta Selatan 12950 Indonesia

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(+62) (21) 5292 0033 to 5

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of liquor is available in Libya?

Tea is the most common drink in Libya, so yes, you can drink Tea although alcohol is officially banned in Libya, though in reality, alcohol is readily available through a local black market (anything from whiskey to beer to wine). It should be noted that penalties for unlawful purchases can be quite stiff.

What is the major religion in Libya?

Sunni Islam of Maliki school of jurisprudence is the dominant religion in Libya. Other than the overwhelming majority of Sunni Muslims, there are also small Christian communities, composed exclusively of foreigners.

What are the common etiquette's (Do's and Don'ts) in Libya?

As part of Islamic etiquette, the right hand must always be used and one should wait for the other to withdraw their hand first before doing the same. DO ensure that all documents are drawn up in Arabic as well as in your own language in order to make them official.