Finland passport → Lebanon

Lebanon visa for citizens of Finland

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (1 month)

Citizens of Finland can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (1 month)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	No fee listed
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Telephone number, address in Lebanon, non‑refundable return or circle ticket

How to apply

1
Arrive at Lebanese port of entry
Present your Finnish passport at Beirut International Airport or any other border crossing.
2
Provide required information
Give your telephone number and address in Lebanon to the immigration officer.
3
Show onward/return ticket
Present your non‑refundable return or circle ticket.
4
Receive visa stamp
The visa is granted free of charge at the border; no payment is required.
5
Understand validity and extension
Initial stay is 30 days; extendable for 2 additional months at local immigration office.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with no Israeli visa or entry/exit seal)
Finnish passport valid for the duration of stay.

Travel

Non‑refundable return or circle ticket
Confirmed onward/return booking, non‑refundable.

Supporting

Contact telephone number
Must be provided at entry.
Address in Lebanon
Hotel or local host address.

Good to know

Passport must have no Israeli visa or seal, otherwise entry will be denied.
The return/circle ticket must be non‑refundable.
Visa is free of charge at all official entry points.

Common refusal reasons

Passport contains Israeli visa or entry/exit seal

Ensure your passport has no Israeli stamps/visas before travel.

Failure to provide a telephone number or address in Lebanon

Have a working phone number and a local address ready.

Lack of a non‑refundable return or circle ticket

Book a fully non‑refundable onward ticket before arriving.

FAQ

Do citizens of Finland need a visa for Lebanon?

Citizens of Finland can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (1 month).

How long can citizens of Finland stay in Lebanon?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Finland need for Lebanon?

Valid passport (with no Israeli visa or entry/exit seal); Contact telephone number; Address in Lebanon; Non‑refundable return or circle ticket.

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