Lebanon visa requirements for Sierra Leoneans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Sierra Leoneans visiting Lebanon

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

  • A visa application form that is filled and signed by the applicant.
  • A passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond stay in Lebanon. The passport must have at least two pages for the visa stamp.
  • One passport-sized photograph with a white background following the visa application format.
  • Photocopies of passport pages containing the full name, date issued and expiry date, and photo of the applicant.
  • A bank statement from the last 3 months prior to the visa application showing financial capability.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation for the duration of stay in the country. 
  • A notarized parental consent from both parents is required for minor applicants.
  • Minors should also provide a copy of the birth certificate and parent’s ID.

Lebanon Visa for Sierra Leoneans

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 Three Weeks 90 days
Business visa Three Weeks 90 days
Transit visa Three Weeks 1-5 days

General Requirements for Lebanon Visa

  • A visa application form that is filled and signed by the applicant.
  • A passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond stay in Lebanon. The passport must have at least two pages for the visa stamp.
  • One passport-sized photograph with a white background following the visa application format.
  • Photocopies of passport pages containing the full name, date issued and expiry date, and photo of the applicant.
  • A bank statement from the last 3 months prior to the visa application showing financial capability.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation for the duration of stay in the country. 
  • A notarized parental consent from both parents is required for minor applicants.
  • Minors should also provide a copy of the birth certificate and parent’s ID.
Lebanon Tourist visa Lebanon Business visa Lebanon Transit visa

Lebanon Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who intend visiting Lebanon for recreation, relaxation, and sightseeing.
  • Applicants of this visa may also want to visit their friends and relatives residing in the country.
  • If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should include the home address, telephone number, and valid means of identification of the host.
  • Foreigners on this visa cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • A letter from your employer approving your leave and stating continuing employment on return from the trip.
  • Applicants are strongly advised to have a valid visa containing sufficient blank pages for stamps.
  • Note that amendment pages of a passport are not acceptable for visa stamps.
  • If you are under the age of 18, you are required to submit the original copy of your birth certificate. If you will be traveling with one or none of your parents, a notarized consent signed by both your parents should be submitted.
  • Travelers on this visa are expected to provide proof of the incentive of returning to their country at the expiry of their visa.
  • A receipt that indicates that payment of visa application fee has been made.
  • Travelers on this visa cannot take up employment whilst in the country.
  • Applicants are expected to obey the rules guiding the tourist visa.

Lebanon Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for foreigners who want to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
  • Business travelers can negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in Lebanon.
  • Foreigners can attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits in the country.
  • If you are employed, you are required to present a letter from your employer granting your business leave. The letter should also state the duration and purpose of your trip.
  • Letter of invitation from the applicants' business partners in Lebanon stating the applicants' details, duration, and purpose of the visit. The contact details of the company should also be indicated in the letter.
  • A certificate of business employment of your partner company in Lebanon is required.
  • The responsibility of your expenses, if it would be taken up by the partner company or your employer, should be clearly stated.
  • For retired persons, a copy of your pension statement from the last 6 months is required.
  • Documents that show that there have been previous business dealings between the applicants' company and the partner company should be submitted if any.
  • Proof of payment of paid visa application fee is required.
  • If you will be traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be provided. Also, a notarized consent signed by both the minor’s parents is required.
  • Travelers should have proof that they have the incentive of returning to their country at the expiration of their visa.
  • You cannot take be paid for the services you render while in the country.

Lebanon Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Lebanon transit visa is issued to applicants who want to connect to their destination country through Lebanon.
  • This visa allows travelers to board a flight from an airport in Lebanon to their destination country.
  • Applicants of this visa should ensure they have the visa and other entry permits of their destination country during the visa application process.
  • A flight ticket for the destination country is required.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up employment while they are in the country.
  • This visa is a single-entry visa and cannot be extended.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.

Lebanon Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

70.00 (USD)

Business visa

70.00 (USD)

Transit visa

70.00 (USD)

Lebanon Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Sierra Leone

Location

Address

Freetown

Lebanese Embassy. 22a Spur Road Wilberforce, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

(+232) 22 222353, (+232) 22 222513

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lebanon known for?

Lebanon is currently known for its art, history, education, beaches, and parties among others. Lebanon is also well known for being a vacation destination for the people of the Persian Gulf, many of whom wear the traditional hijab.

Are Lebanon visas extendable?

Lebanon visas are not extendable, the visa fee is only paid once and it is not refundable.

What is Lebanon's official language?
Lebanon's official national language is Arabic as stated in Article 11 of Lebanon's constitution. However, there are several various languages that are fluently spoken and used all over the country. The other dominant languages are Arabic spoken in North Levantine dialect, English, Armenian, French and Kurdish.

Is Lebanon an Islamic country?

Although the most practiced religion is Lebanon is Islam, Lebanon is the most religiously diverse country in the Middle East.