Get a Lebanon Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Lebanon Visa for Canadian Citizens
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including two clear coloured photocopies of the personal information pages of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page. Amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Photographs
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background free of shadows
- Be 51 mm by 51 mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither glasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photo should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Visa Application Form
You must provide one completed visa application form. The application form must:
- Include answers for all fields. If something does not apply, enter "N/A"
- Display your full name as it appears in your passport
- Be signed
Letter of Invitation
You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be written on company letterhead
- Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
- Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter.
- Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
Visa Upon Arrival
It is possible to obtain your visa upon arrival for a variable fee. Visa requirements and restrictions vary greatly when obtaining a visa on arrival. The local immigration officials also hold the right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason. We strongly recommend that you obtain your visa prior to departure. Should you choose to obtain your visa upon arrival, you will need to inquire with your airline if boarding is allowed without a visa.
VisaCentral Order Form
You must provide one completed VisaCentral Order Form. The form must:
- Include a valid email address and payment information
- Include your signature in blue or black ink
Children Under 18 Years Old
You must provide a notarized consent letter signed by both parents authorizing the child to travel.
Passport Containing Israeli Stamps
Your passport must contain no evidence of any Israeli stamps. If your passport contains an Israeli stamp, your visa will be rejected. We suggest you obtain a new passport if it has any evidence of an Israeli stamp
Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)
Feel safer and travel with peace of mind by using our Traveller Registration Service. Registration notifies the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development where and when you will be travelling, enabling the Government of Canada to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you of an emergency at home. To enroll in this optional service complete the registration form in this kit and send it to us with the rest of your documents.
Business Travel Requirements for a Lebanon Visa for Canadian Citizens
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including two clear coloured photocopies of the personal information pages of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page. Amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Photographs
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background free of shadows
- Be 51 mm by 51 mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither glasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Cover Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Canadian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Canadian mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visacentral.ca/forms?formname=Canada-Business-Cover-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
Visa Application Form
You must provide one completed visa application form. The application form must:
- Include answers for all fields. If something does not apply, enter "N/A"
- Display your full name as it appears in your passport
- Be signed
Letter of Invitation
You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be written on company letterhead
- Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
- Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter.
- Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
VisaCentral Order Form
You must provide one completed VisaCentral Order Form. The form must:
- Include a valid email address and payment information
- Include your signature in blue or black ink
Passport Containing Israeli Stamps
Your passport must contain no evidence of any Israeli stamps. If your passport contains an Israeli stamp, your visa will be rejected. We suggest you obtain a new passport if it has any evidence of an Israeli stamp
Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)
Feel safer and travel with peace of mind by using our Traveller Registration Service. Registration notifies the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development where and when you will be travelling, enabling the Government of Canada to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you of an emergency at home. To enroll in this optional service complete the registration form in this kit and send it to us with the rest of your documents.
Lebanon visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Lebanon visa?
The best time to apply for your Lebanon visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Lebanon visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Lebanon visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.