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How to get a Libya visa from Myanmar
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Burmese passport holders travelling to Libya.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Libya.
Business visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity30 days
Tourist visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity30 days
Application requirements
Documents Burmese applicants need to provide.
- A Myanmar passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size 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 home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Myanmars traveling to Libya for tourism purposes can apply for the Libyan tourist visa.
- This visa is valid for 30 days and it is not extendable.
- Visitors travelling 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 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 is 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.
- Alcohol is also prohibited in Libya, and possessing, using, or trafficking in alcohol can carry severe penalties.
Business visa
- The Libyan business visa is for Myanmars 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.
- A temporary residency paperwork should be provided to foreigners by the host company.
- Applicants should provide 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.
Where to apply
Libya embassy & visa application centers in Myanmar.
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AddressLibya currently does not maintain an embassy in Myanmar.
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| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is alcohol allowed in Libya
travelers to Libya are advised to respect the local customs and regulations. Alcohol laws in the country are quite strict and alcohol sale and consumption is banned completely.
What is the best time to visit Libya
The wintertime is the best season for visiting Libya, offering warm temperatures and so avoiding unpleasant sand storms.
What is Libya known for
The country is best known for its ancient Greek and Roman ruins and Sahara desert landscapes.
What are citizens of Libya called
The citizens of Libya re called Libyans.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Libya visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.