Skip to main content

Lebanon Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Canadian citizens can obtain a free single-entry visa on arrival at Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport, valid for up to one month and extendable locally.

Guide last updated September 29, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • No pre-filled application — a short form is completed at the airport visa desk
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) may be requested
  • Return or onward ticket recommended
  • No photo required for the standard on-arrival visa
  • No biometric enrollment for the visa itself
  • Travel health insurance recommended

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single entry, free of charge for most nationalities including Canada, valid for a stay of up to 1 month
  • Extended tourist visa: extendable inside Lebanon at the General Security office for an additional period, for a fee
  • Business or multiple-entry visas require pre-arrangement through the Lebanese embassy in Ottawa
  • Residence permits for longer stays are handled separately through Lebanon's General Directorate of General Security

Visa on arrival

  • Available at: Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport visa desk, before passport control (land border availability depends on current conditions and should be confirmed before travel)
  • Steps: present your passport at the visa counter, complete the short entry form, and receive the stamp free of charge
  • Fee and currency: no fee for the standard tourist entry, so no payment is needed at the counter
  • Queue tip: the visa desk is typically fast since no payment is processed; the main wait is usually at general passport control
  • Confirm current entry rules before travel given Lebanon's evolving security and administrative situation

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: none for the standard one-month tourist visa on arrival
  • No VFS/BLS service fee applies
  • Total cost: LBP/USD 0 for entry
  • Processing time: a few minutes at the airport desk
  • Extension fee (if needed): a modest charge at the General Security office, processed within a few business days

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Check Global Affairs Canada's travel advisory closely before booking — Lebanon's security and political situation can change quickly and affects both entry conditions and safety planning
  • Register your trip with Global Affairs Canada given the limited and situational nature of consular support
  • Carry both a printed hotel confirmation and enough cash (USD widely accepted) since card and banking access can be unreliable
  • If you need to extend your stay, start the process at General Security before your one-month entry expires to avoid overstay complications
  • Confirm current border-crossing conditions before any overland travel, as some crossings may be closed or restricted depending on the situation

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.