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Lebanon visa for citizens of Papua New Guinea

Embassy / VFSVisa for Papua New Guinea passport holders

Citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Lebanon and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS · Visa for Papua New Guinea passport holders
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Appointment	Required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Bank statements for the last 3 months

How to apply

1
Obtain pre-approval from General Directorate of General Security
Apply online or via Lebanese embassy for the approval from the Immigration department
2
Submit visa application at Lebanese embassy or consulate
Book an appointment and submit all required documents in person
3
Pay visa fee
Pay the prescribed visa fee as per embassy instructions
4
Attend interview (if required)
Some cases may require a brief interview at the embassy
5
Wait for processing
Processing time varies; check with embassy for current timelines
6
Collect visa decision and passport
Either pick up in person or receive by courier if arranged

Documents checklist

Identity

Completed visa application form
Must be filled out completely and signed
Passport valid for at least 6 months
With at least two blank visa pages
Passport-size photographs
White background, recent
Copy of passport data page
Clear photocopy

Travel

Flight itinerary
Round-trip reservation
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
For the entire stay in Lebanon
Proof of onward/return ticket
Confirmed ticket out of Lebanon

Financial

Bank statements (last 3 months)
To show sufficient funds

Employment

Employment letter or proof of occupation
Stating position, salary, and leave approval

Supporting

Travel medical insurance
Coverage for the duration of stay in Lebanon
Approval from the Immigration department of the General Directorate of General Security
Must be obtained before visa application
Visa fee payment receipt
As per embassy instructions
Copy of previous visas (if any)
Optional
For reference only

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient to cover stay

Bank statement
Employment letter

Bank statements should be recent (last 3 months)

Good to know

The pre-approval from General Directorate of General Security is mandatory and must be obtained before visa application.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documentation

Double-check all required documents and ensure forms are filled accurately

Failure to obtain pre-approval from General Security

Submit the pre-approval request well in advance of your visa application

Insufficient funds or weak ties to home country

Provide solid financial proof and employment/return evidence

FAQ

Do citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Lebanon?

Citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Lebanon and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa for Papua New Guinea passport holders.

What documents do citizens of Papua New Guinea need for Lebanon?

Completed visa application form; Passport valid for at least 6 months; Passport-size photographs; Copy of passport data page; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; and 7 more.

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