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 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.