Embassy
Apostolic Nunciature to Lebanon
Harissa (Kesrouan); Jounieh, B.P. 1061
Lebanon visa requirements for Vatican citizens
Vatican citizens need a visa for Lebanon, from its embassy or consulate.
Passport
VAT
Vatican City
Going to
LBN
Lebanon
Visa needed
Apply through a Lebanese embassy before your holiday.
- Visa
- Required
- Fee
- Fees vary by embassy and entry count
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Check your passport stamps
Holders of passports containing an Israeli stamp or visa will be refused entry in Lebanon.
What to do
Find Lebanon's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Lebanon
Your passport and trip details decide which tourist route applies.
Visa on arrivalGulf resident arrival visaPeople in certain jobs with Gulf residence can get a visit visa on arrival.
How to apply
- Check that your job and Gulf residence qualify.
- Carry your passport, residence permit and job proof.
- Show these at the airport or border.
Documents required
- Passport
- Current Gulf residence permit
- Proof of eligible job
- Your stay cannot last beyond your passport or Gulf residence permit.
- This visit visa does not give permission to work in Lebanon.
Visa requiredEmbassy tourist visaApply through a Lebanese embassy before your holiday.
- Fee
- Fees vary by embassy and entry count
How to apply
- Find the Lebanese embassy serving where you live.
- Check your passport and any extra approval rules.
- Fill in the form and gather the documents.
- Submit your application and pay the fee.
- Wait for your visa and approvals before travelling.
Documents required
- Visa form
- Passport and colour copy
- Photo, 3.5 × 4.5 cm
- Hotel booking or host details
- Host invitation and identity proof
- Return flight booking
- Bank statements or funds proof
- Job or sponsor income proof
- Some travellers need extra approval from General Security, Lebanon's border authority.
- Visit visas are suspended for people from DR Congo and Uganda.
Sources (15)Last updated 11 November 2026
- General Directorate of General Security: entry rules by nationality
- General Security: detailed entry rules by nationality, Arabic
- General Security: visas granted by embassies
- General Security: visa conditions and supporting documents
- General Security: visa types and domestic application fees
- General Security: visa suspension for Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
- General Security: entry requirements for Iranian nationals
- General Security: Ghanaian entry and residence restrictions
- General Security: electronic services
- General Security magazine, February 2020: planned electronic visa service
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants: visa types, older published table
- Embassy of Lebanon in Washington: visas
- Embassy of Lebanon in London: visas
- Embassy of Lebanon in Berlin: visa services
- Consulate General of Lebanon in Dubai: visas
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from Vatican City
- Plugs A B C D GAdapter needed
- MoneyLBP ل.ل
- Time+1h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageArabic
- Emergency999 or 112 police140 ambulance
Planning your Lebanon trip
Best time to go: Spring and autumn have fewer crowds and less humidity than summer, though there is more rain. June to August is usually dry, but the coast can be very hot and humid; check official safety advice before planning travel.
- Downtown BeirutExplore the city centre and the outdoor cafes around Place de l'Etoile.
- Baalbeck Roman TemplesSee some of the largest Roman ruins.
- Al Bass Archaeological Site, TyreThis World Heritage site has ancient burial grounds, a monumental arch, a Roman road and a large Roman horse-racing arena.
- Jeita GrottoTwo limestone caves contain striking rock formations and an underground river, 20 km north of Beirut.
Scams to watch for in Lebanon
- Taxi fare overchargingYou start a ride without agreeing on the fare, then face an inflated price. Beirut hail-taxis do not have fixed meters. Authorized airport taxis have an airport logo, but this does not guarantee an honest fare.
- Short-changing when paying in dollarsYou pay in US dollars and receive too little change in Lebanese lira. Change may also contain both currencies, making the total harder to check.
- Poor exchange rates and fresh-dollar scam riskA poor exchange rate can leave you with far fewer lira than expected. Banks are described as having used an old rate far below the real rate. Visitors carrying fresh US dollars also face a general scam risk, though no specific method is described.
About Lebanon
Lebanon is a republic on the eastern Mediterranean between Syria and Israel, with two mountain ranges.
- Capital
- Beirut
- Money
- Lebanese pound (ل.ل)
- Languages
- Arabic, French
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +961
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Questions
Do vatican citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Vatican citizens need a visa for Lebanon, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Lebanon visa?
At Lebanon's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help vatican citizens enter Lebanon?
We have no record of Lebanon relaxing its rules for vatican citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Can I enter Lebanon with Israeli stamps in my passport?
Holders of passports containing an Israeli stamp or visa will be refused entry in Lebanon.
Do lebanese citizens need a visa for the Vatican City?
Lebanese citizens need a visa for the Vatican City, from its embassy or consulate.
Do other Europe passports get easier entry to Lebanon?
Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium Bulgaria, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Lebanon are easier for vatican citizens?
Georgia, Palestine, Qatar, Türkiye United Arab Emirates, and 3 more let vatican citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Lebanon?
Find Lebanon's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Lebanon?
Lebanese pound (ل.ل). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Lebanon?
Arabic and French.
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