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Travel Advisory January 29, 2024

Lebanon - level 3: reconsider travel.

Updated to reflect lowering the overall Travel Advisory to Level 3, information about southern Lebanon, the border with Syria, and refugee settlements in Lebanon, information on crime and political violence, kidnapping, unexploded landmines, civil unrest, and the “If you decide to travel” section.

Reconsider travel to Lebanon due to  crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, unexploded landmines, and armed conflict . Some areas, especially near the borders, have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Do Not Travel to:

• Southern Lebanon due to the  potential for armed conflict;
• The border with Syria due to  terrorism and armed conflict;
• Refugee settlements due to  the potential for armed clashes .

Country Summary : U.S. citizens in Lebanon should be aware of the risks of remaining in the country and review their personal security plans. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid travel to southern Lebanon, the Syrian border, and refugee settlements in Lebanon.

U.S. citizens in Lebanon should be aware that consular officers from the U.S. Embassy are not always able to travel to assist them. The Department of State considers the threat to U.S. government personnel in Beirut sufficiently serious to require them to live and work under strict security. The internal security policies of the U.S. Embassy may be adjusted at any time and without advance notice.

Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Lebanon. Terrorists may conduct attacks with little or no warning targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities.

The Lebanese government cannot guarantee the protection of U.S. citizens against sudden outbreaks of violence and armed conflict. Family, neighborhood, or sectarian disputes can escalate quickly and can lead to gunfire or other violence with no warning.

Local security authorities have noted a rise in violent crimes, including political violence. Multiple unsolved killings in Lebanon may have been politically motivated.

Kidnapping, whether for ransom, political motives, or family disputes, has occurred in Lebanon. Suspects in kidnappings may have ties to terrorist or criminal organizations.

Unexploded landmines and explosive remnants of war are a hazard along the border with Syria. Heed land mine warning signs. Do not venture off the road into areas marked off with red and white plastic tape. Avoid roadside ditches, shoulders, and unmarked trails. Never touch anything resembling unexploded munitions.

U.S. citizens should avoid demonstrations and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings or protests as these have the potential to turn violent quickly and with little notice. Protesters have blocked major roads, including thoroughfares between downtown Beirut and the area where the U.S. Embassy is located, and between Beirut and Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Lebanon.

If you decide to travel to Lebanon:

• Visit our website for information on   Travel to High-Risk Areas .
• Appoint one family member to serve as the point of contact with kidnappers/hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and members of Congress if you are kidnapped, or taken hostage.
• Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
• Do not touch unknown metal objects and avoid traveling off well-used roads, tracks, and paths due to risk of unexploded ordnance.
• Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
• Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners.
• Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter .
• Review the  Country Security Report  for Lebanon.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

Southern Lebanon – Level 4: Do Not Travel (See map below)

The U.S. Embassy strongly urges U.S. citizens to avoid southern Lebanon; that is, all parts south of the city of Saida, to include inland areas, as illustrated in the map below. Cross-border rocket, missile, and artillery fire continues to impact southern Lebanon on a daily basis and has caused a significant number of fatalities and injuries.

Border with Syria – Level 4: Do Not Travel

The U.S. Embassy strongly urges U.S. citizens to avoid the Lebanon-Syria border, which has seen clashes between Lebanese security forces and Syrian-based violent extremist groups. The U.S. Department of State also warns U.S. citizens of the risk of traveling on flights that fly over Syria, which include some flights to and from Beirut.

Refugee Settlements – Level 4: Do Not Travel

The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid travel to refugee settlements in Lebanon, which are prone to outbreaks of violence including shootings and explosions.

Visit our website for  Travel to High-Risk Areas .

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Quick Facts

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Embassies and Consulates

U.S. Embassy Beirut Awkar (facing the Awkar Municipality Building), Main Street Beirut, Lebanon Telephone:  +(961) 4-542600 or +(961) 4-543600 Emergency After-Hours Telephone:  +(961) 4-543600 Fax:  +(961) 4-544209 Email: [email protected]

Destination Description

See the Department of State’s Fact Sheet on Lebanon for information on U.S.-Lebanon relations.

Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

• Passports and visas are required.
• U.S. citizens coming to Lebanon for tourism routinely receive a one-month visa on arrival at Beirut International Airport or other port of entry. This visa can be extended. Details on the extension can be obtained at a local office of  Sûreté Générale (General Security) .
• U.S. citizens who also hold Lebanese citizenship are subject to the requirements and responsibilities of Lebanese citizenship under Lebanese law.
• More information on Lebanon’s entry and exit requirements can be found on General Security’s  website .
• Travelers who hold passports that contain visas or entry/exit stamps for Israel will be denied entry into Lebanon and may be subject to arrest or detention. Even if travel documents contain no Israeli stamps or visas, persons who have previously traveled to Israel may still face arrest and/or detention if prior travel is disclosed.
• Travelers who have previously worked in Lebanon without the appropriate work visa may be denied entry, detained or deported.
• Travelers who have previously resided in Lebanon under refugee status, regardless of current citizenship, may be denied entry.
• Travelers who have overstayed their entry visa validity in Lebanon must obtain an exit visa from General Security’s Department of Passport and Immigration prior to their departure.
• Individuals who are detained and awaiting deportation will remain detained until they pay the cost of their return airfare.
• Authorities with General Security may retain U.S. passports for an extended period while U.S. citizens await issuance of work or residency permits.

For Additional Information:

• Contact the  Embassy of Lebanon , 2560 28th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20008, tel. (202) 939-6300; e-mail:  [email protected] .
• Los Angeles
• Additional information on Honorary Consulates in the United States can be found within the Consular Affairs section of the  Embassy of Lebanon website .

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Lebanon.

Find information on  dual nationality ,  prevention of international child abduction  and  customs regulations  on our websites.

Safety and Security

Terrorism:   Across the world, terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad and resort to various methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles  – frequently on unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting contests, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights)

In Lebanon, there is potential for death or injury because of terrorist attacks. Violent extremist groups, including U.S. government-designated terrorist organizations, operate in Lebanon. ISIS and affiliated groups have claimed responsibility for suicide bombings in Lebanon. U.S. citizens have been the targets of terrorist attacks in Lebanon. The threat of anti-Western terrorist activity persists, as does the risk of death or injury to bystanders. Clashes between Lebanese authorities and criminal elements continue to occur in areas of the Bekaa Valley and border regions.  Hizballah maintains a strong presence in the Bekaa Valley, in addition to areas in southern Lebanon and south Beirut. In addition to the threat of Hizballah conducted terrorist activity, Hizballah has been the target of attacks by other extremist groups for their support of the Assad regime in Syria.

Avoid the Lebanon-Syria border region: The U.S. Embassy strongly urges U.S. citizens to avoid the Lebanese-Syrian border region because of past clashes, extremist activity, and the potential for these to recur at any time.

Avoid the Lebanon-Israel border region: Hostilities flared in Southern Lebanon in April 2022, and again in April 2023, due to tensions between Israel, Hizballah, and the Palestinian terrorist group HAMAS. The potential for wider conflict remains. The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid the Lebanon-Israel border area due to ongoing tensions between the two countries. Attacks and responses can occur without warning. Landmines and unexploded ordnance pose significant dangers throughout southern Lebanon, particularly south of the Litani River. Travelers should watch for posted landmine warnings and strictly avoid all marked areas.

Avoid travel to refugee settlements: Violence within refugee settlements has resulted in shootings and explosions. U.S. citizens should avoid travel to refugee settlements. Palestinian groups hostile to both the Lebanese government and the United States operate autonomously in formal and informal refugee settlements in different areas of the country.

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Crime: Reported crime rates in Lebanon are moderate but rising. Violent crime and sexual assault are rare but do occur. Petty theft -- such as pickpocketing and purse snatching -- occurs in crowded public areas. More recently, the dire economic situation is engendering a significant increase in economically motivated crimes, including home invasions and car thefts. Police are responsive but often unable to affect a positive outcome.

Demonstrations occur frequently. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events. Protests often occur spontaneously with little to no advance warning.

• Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly become violent. 
• Avoid areas around protests and demonstrations. 
• Check local media for updates and traffic advisories.

International Financial Scams: Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Lebanon. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help.

Common scams include:

• Romance/Online dating
• Work permits/job offers

See the  Department of State  and the  FBI pages for information.

Victims of Crime: U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault or domestic violence are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance. Report crimes by visiting the nearest police or by calling the ISF hotline 1745 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(961) 4-542600 or +(961) 4-543600. Local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

• Help you find appropriate medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence: U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.

Tourism: The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and facilities do not commonly occur. Hazardous areas/activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified either by the host government or by recognized authorities in the field. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is typically available only in/near major cities. First responders are generally unable to access areas outside of major cities and to provide urgent medical treatment. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage.

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.  

Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Lebanon can be significant, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. Visitors lacking passport or identification documents at government checkpoints are subject to questioning by Lebanese authorities. In certain areas, taking photos of buildings or other infrastructure has led to questioning and detention. In Lebanon, persons driving under the influence can be jailed immediately.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website .

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information.

Individuals who were affiliated with the former militia known as the South Lebanon Army (SLA) and previously departed Lebanon because of their association with that group should carefully consider any plans to return to Lebanon. Alleged former members of the SLA have been detained on arrival and received threats to their physical security, even after receiving assurances from Lebanese officials and/or legal counsel in Lebanon that they could return safely.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the United States. See the U.S. Department of Justice website for more information.

Faith-Based Travelers:   See the following webpages for details:

• Faith-Based Travel Information
• International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
• Human Rights Report – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad

LGBTQI+ Travelers: LGBTQI+ status and/or conduct is criminalized in Lebanon, and LGBTQI+ persons can face significant social stigma. Article 534 of the Lebanese Penal Code prohibits sexual relations, “contradicting the laws of nature,” an offense punishable by up to one year in prison. Although Lebanese courts have interpreted this provision in different ways and prosecutions are rare, judicial decisions can vary case-to-case and LGBTQI+ adults have been charged, tried, and convicted for engaging in consensual same-sex relations. Authorities have arrested LGBTQI+ individuals for minor offenses, then charged them with violation of Article 534 when evidence of their LGBTQI+ identity is uncovered, through searches of cell phones or other personal material. While prosecution is uncommon, short-term detentions can expose individuals to discrimination and abuse.

There has been a rise in anti-LGBTQI+ rhetoric from political and religious leaders, accompanied by an increase in online harassment, threats of violence, and violence against LGBTQI+ persons. In August 2023, members of an anti-LGBTQI+ religious group attacked an LGBTQI+ friendly establishment in the Mar Mikhael neighborhood of Beirut, reportedly threatening, assaulting, and injuring patrons. Gatherings, events, or items (including those with rainbows) perceived as “promoting homosexuality” have the potential of being scrutinized, monitored or disbanded by security forces.

While Lebanese authorities indicate that travelers entering Lebanon with passports showing X gender will be admitted without difficulty, the United States government cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries.

See our LGBTQI+ Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights Report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities: The law in Lebanon prohibits discrimination against persons with physical, sensory, intellectual or mental disabilities, but the law is unevenly enforced. Social acceptance of persons with disabilities in public is relatively low. Some facilities and information have been made accessible, but such standard accessibility is not common. Expect infrastructure accessibility to be limited in urban areas, and even more so in the rest of the country. There are a handful of hotels that are partially accessible in the Beirut area. Some transportation companies do provide accessible services. Events and activities are rarely designed to be inclusive.

Service providers for people with disabilities, such as sign language interpreters or personal assistants, are available but limited in Lebanon. The best way to find assistance is to contact organizations for people with disabilities such as the Lebanese Union for Persons with Physical Disabilities, the Youth Association of the Blind, the Lebanese Federation of the Deaf, or the Lebanese Association for Self Advocacy.

Students:  See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

 Exit Bans: U.S. citizens living in or traveling in Lebanon are sometimes denied permission to depart the country because a criminal, civil, or family court has imposed an exit ban. For example, a head of household can place an exit ban against a spouse and children even before the family arrives in Lebanon. Easily initiated, exit bans remain in place for prolonged periods and can only be removed by petition from an attorney. The U.S. Embassy cannot have exit bans removed, even in times of crisis. An attorney’s list is available on U.S. Embassy Beirut’s website .

Women Travelers: See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

Dual Citizenship: U.S. citizens who also hold Lebanese nationality are considered by local authorities to be Lebanese, even when entering Lebanon using a U.S. passport. Lebanese-U.S. citizens who are suspected of association with Israeli citizens or officials, or to have traveled through Israel, are subject to detention, arrest, and prosecution. Their passports may be retained by Lebanese authorities on arrival, and they must appear at the Lebanese Military court the next business day for investigation, after which their passports may be returned if no connections with Israel are confirmed. U.S. citizen dual nationals of other Arab countries who arrive at a Lebanese point of entry with an Israeli stamp in their passports will be denied entry and may be detained or arrested. Travelers with a family name deemed to be of Israeli or Jewish origin may also be questioned or detained.

Travelers who have previously entered Lebanon illegally under Lebanese law, whether as refugees or for transit to a third country, may be denied entry, even if they are or have since become U.S. citizens.

Middle Eastern Heritage: U.S. citizens with names reflecting Middle Eastern heritage may face additional scrutiny at Lebanese ports of entry and may be required to show documentary evidence of their parentage: specifically, official proof of their father’s name such as a copy of their birth certificate.

Marrying in Lebanon: More than 18 separate and distinct religious sects solemnize marriages in Lebanon. Civil marriage is not available. U.S. citizen and Lebanese national couples should familiarize themselves with the rights and responsibilities of marriage as defined by the religion performing their marriage. They should be aware that religious clerics and religious courts dictate all personal status matters related to marriage, divorce, and child custody. In matters of marriage, child custody, inheritance, and divorce, personal status laws provide unequal treatment across the various confessional court systems but generally discriminate against women.  Nationality law also discriminates against women, who may not confer citizenship to their spouses and children. Civil marriages performed outside of Lebanon and registered with Lebanon’s Ministry of the Interior fall under civil court jurisdiction regarding divorce and child custody.

Military Service Obligation: Mandatory military service in Lebanon was abolished in 2007. However, travelers with questions about prior military service, desertion, or failure to register in the past should contact the Embassy of Lebanon in Washington, D.C. for details prior to traveling to Lebanon.

Customs: Lebanese customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning import and export of items, such as firearms, military paraphernalia, professional camera equipment, other communications equipment, or antiquities. You should contact the Embassy of Lebanon in Washington, D.C., for specific information regarding customs requirements. Please see our information on customs regulations .

For emergency services in Lebanon dial 112.

Ambulance services are:

• not widely available and training and availability of emergency responders may be below U.S. standards.
• not equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment.
• Injured or seriously ill travelers may prefer to take a taxi or private vehicle to the nearest major hospital rather than wait for an ambulance.

We do not pay the medical bills.  Be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage. Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with the Lebanon Ministry of Health to ensure the medication is legal in Lebanon.

Vaccinations:  Be up-to-date on all  vaccinations  recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  (CDC)

Air Quality:  Visit  AirNow Department of State  for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

Water Quality:  In all areas, tap water is not potable. Bottled water and beverages are generally safe.

Health facilities in general:

• Adequate health facilities are available in Beirut, but health care in rural areas may be below U.S. standards.
• Public medical clinics lack basic resources and supplies.
• Hospitals and doctors often require payment “up front” prior to service or admission. Credit card payment is not always accepted; most hospitals and medical professionals require cash payment, often in U.S. dollars.
• Private hospitals usually require advance payment or proof of adequate insurance before admitting a patient.
• Medical staff may have limited English proficiency.
• Patients bear all costs for transfer to or between hospitals.
• Psychological and psychiatric services are limited, even in the larger cities.

Pharmaceuticals      

• Due to the current economic situation in Lebanon, many medications are not available in pharmacies and medical facilities.
• Exercise caution when purchasing medication outside the United States. Pharmaceuticals, both over the counter and requiring prescription in the United States, are often readily available for purchase with little controls. Medication should be purchased in consultation with a medical professional and from reputable establishments .
• Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with the Ministry of Health to ensure the medication is legal in Lebanon.
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration are responsible for rules governing the transport of medication back to the United States. Medication purchased abroad must meet their requirements to be legally brought back into the United States. Medication should be for personal use and must be approved for usage in the United States. Please visit the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration websites for more information.

The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of doctors and hospitals . We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety:  Road conditions differ significantly from those in the United States. In certain areas, pedestrians have minimal access to sidewalks and are forced to walk along the sides of busy roadways. There are very few bicycle lanes designated for cyclists, and drivers are unaccustomed to sharing the road with cyclists. Beirut streets and highway lanes are known for their heavy traffic congestion and aggressive driving. Lanes are generally unmarked, and roads outside the capital may be poorly lighted.

Drivers generally will find inter-city directional signs and street markers, but side roads often bear no signposts.

An international driver’s license is required for visitors to Lebanon. Please refer to our Road Safety page and the website of Lebanon’s National Tourist Office for more information.

Traffic Laws:

• Drivers must carry a valid driver’s license, registration and proof of insurance while driving. Licenses are issued to those at least 18 years of age.
• Drivers must obey speed limits and traffic lights, and yield to ambulances, fire engines, and other emergency vehicles.
• Radar detection devices are prohibited.
• Seat belts are compulsory for both front and rear passengers in all vehicles, and helmets are mandatory for cyclists and motorcycle riders.
• A hazard triangle in the vehicle is mandatory.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs is prohibited, as are open alcohol containers in a vehicle
• Cell phone use while driving is prohibited, except with a hands-free system.
• Children under the age of 5 must be secured in a car seat, and children under the age of 10 may not sit in a front seat or be carried on a motorcycle.

A comprehensive listing of Lebanese traffic laws (in Arabic) is available on the website of the Lebanese Internal Security Forces (ISF).

Public Transportation:  In general, public transportation in Lebanon is safe. Buses operate throughout the country but serve a primarily working-class clientele. Taxis are widely available and rideshare services are also active in Lebanon. See our Road Safety page for more information.

Aviation Safety Oversight:   As there is no direct commercial air service to the United States by carriers registered in Lebanon, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has not assessed the government of Lebanon’s Civil Aviation Authority for compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards. Further information may be found on the  FAA’s safety assessment page .

Because of the risks to civil aviation operating in airspace immediately adjacent to the Damascus Flight Information Region (FIR), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) that prohibits U.S. and codeshare flights from flying through the Damascus FIR and advises caution for flights operating in the airspace within 200 nautical miles of the Damascus FIR due to heightened military activity in or around Syria.

For more information, U.S. citizens should consult the  Federal Aviation Administration's Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Notices .

Maritime Travel:  “The U.S. Coast Guard has concerns about the safety practices in the Port of Beirut and finds that the Lebanese Ministry of Public Works and Transport has not fully implemented the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code. As a result, the U.S. Coast Guard conducts additional screenings of ships that have stopped in Lebanon prior to arrival in the United States.  Assessments by the U.S. Coast Guard indicate that Mariners and passengers traveling through the Port of Beirut should exercise caution.”

Mariners planning travel to Lebanon should also check for U.S. maritime advisories and alerts within the MARAD website . Information may also be posted to the U.S. Coast Guard homeport website , and the NGA broadcast warnings website . Navigational warnings can be found under the “Current Warnings” section for the applicable NAVAREA from within the NGA site.

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• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook .
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in  Lebanon . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act (ICAPRA)  report.

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Ultimate Lebanon Travel Guide

The ultimate travel guide to lebanon.

Last Updated: 22 Feb 2023.

This guide will tell you everything you need to know for visiting Lebanon during the current crisis, updated regularly with the latest pandemic travel restrictions and for changes caused by Lebanon’s current crises.  I have lived in Lebanon for the past three years ( narrowly surviving the 2020 port explosion ) and have visited almost every inch of this beautiful and crazy country.

Lebanon was a beautiful country with vibrant cities and beautiful ancient historic sites before the multiple crises that began in 2019.  And actually, it still is.  With a bit of planning, it’s still possible to have an amazing trip here, despite the political crisis, economic crisis, electricity shortages, frequent protests and the after effects of the port explosion.

The 2,200 year old Roman temple of Bacchus, the wine god, in Baalbek.

Places to Visit

One of the best things about Lebanon is that almost any area can be visited as a day trip from Beirut.  You can choose to do the below as a series of day trips or stay overnight in different cities as you travel.  Staying overnight reduces the time spent travelling, but also means you have to take everything with you as you travel.

In my opinion, the real must see place in Beirut are the Raouche (Pigeon) rocks, which are a beautiful place to watch the sunset.  If you’re feeling adventurous, take the path down the cliff from the viewing point next to the Bay Rock Cafe (opposite Starbucks) and sit on the rocks opposite Raouche.  From there, not only do you get a beautiful view of the rocks themselves, but also of the sun setting over the Mediterranean Sea.  It’s a great place to enjoy a couple of beers or a bottle of wine.  

The best place to view Pigeon Rocks (left, with people gathered). Also a great location to take a bottle of wine for a romantic sunset date.

One of the joys of Beirut is just strolling through its vibrant neighbourhoods.  I particularly recommend Hamra, which is an interesting mix of old and new, with boutique shops, bars and restaurants.  Gemayze and Mar Mikhael, the main bar district, are also gradually coming back to life after the port explosion destroyed them in 2020.  Zaytuna Bay is a chance to see the more upmarket side of Beirut.

The centre of the Beirut Souks area, including the iconic clock tower in Place de L’Etoile and the Roman baths, has reopened after being cordoned off by the military due to protests for the past two and a half years.  Until recently, it was still possible to enter the ‘egg,’ an abandoned cinema building purportedly left to remind people of the atrocities of the civil war (it’s full of bullet holes), but unfortunately the authorities have now built a fence around it to keep people out.  

The National Museum of Beirut reopened to tourists in summer 2021 and is currently open daily.  Be sure not to miss the ‘mummy room’ on the basement level, which houses three mummies from the Qadisha Valley.  It’s a little temperature-controlled room in a corner and easy to miss if you don’t know it’s there.

The Beirut ‘egg’ (abandoned cinema) and the main mosque.

The Jeita Grottoes & Byblos

The Jeita Grottoes, located slightly to the north of Beirut, are spectacular and conveniently located not far from the coastal highway up to Byblos, making the two a convenient day trip.  You can also choose to stay overnight in Byblos before heading further up north.

At the Jeita Grottoes, you have to leave your phone in a little locker near the entrance, as they don’t allow photographs.  It doesn’t look very secure, but I’ve never heard of anyone having problems.  

The main attraction of Byblos is wandering the beautiful historic centre, with its ancient Mediterranean architecture, beautiful flowers growing up the walls and in some cases across nets over the streets and cute boutiques, bars and restaurants.  There’s also an ancient citadel that’s worth checking out and the picturesque little harbour.  

If you’re looking for something a little adventurous, walk along the right hand wall of the harbour (as you’re facing out to sea) until you reach the ancient tower at the harbour entrance.  From here, with a bit of care, you can climb up to the top of the tower for amazing sunset views, often without any other people.  

If the beach is more your thing, slightly north of the harbour you’ll find a pebble beach that’s great for swimming in the summer (approximately May to October).  Finally, Byblos is home to Fenicia restaurant, in my opinion one of the best restaurants in the whole of Lebanon.  

Byblos harbour is beautiful day and night.

A pretty seaside town in the north of Lebanon, Batroun is nice for an afternoon to wander it’s old town, which is basically a less touristy version of Byblos.  In the Batroun area there are several off-the-beaten-track places that are worth checking out if you have time:

• The Msailha fort, just up the main highway from the city, is small but impressive, standing alone on a huge rock (it’s also free to enter).  The location is here on Google Maps .
• The Rock of Hamat, a giant rock painted in the colours of the Lebanese flag, on the edge of the old cliffside road from Batroun to Chekka.  The location is here on Google Maps .
• The cliffside walk though the old road tunnel to the north of the cliffside road from Batroun to Chekka.  Go to coordinates 34.311459, 35.681865 ( here on Google Maps ) and then take the footpath on the left hand side of the road before the current tunnel entrance.
• For the more adventurous travellers, the disused railway tunnel.  To reach the entrance, after the current road tunnel walk about 100m then go down the footpath on the left hand side of the road.  Two thirds of the way down, there’s a little bank on the left that you can scramble up (about 2-3m).  The entrance to the tunnel is at the top of this bank.

The spectacular Mseilha Fort, just outside of Batroun.

Much of the time, Lebanon doesn’t feel like the Middle East.  There are no deserts, no camels (apart from a couple in Chouf that were imported from Saudi just to entertain tourists) and many of the main cities, including Beirut, Byblos and Batroun, have more of a Mediterranean feel than a Middle Eastern feel.  And then you reach Tripoli.  Check out the old souk (market) and the citadel.  The souk seems to close around sunset at the moment, possibly due to a lack of power after dark.  

Tripoli’s Corniche is, in my opinion, not as nice as Beirut’s, but Al Mina, the old town, is quaint and has several nice restaurants, including The Sailor Woman, my favourite seafood restaurant in Lebanon.  If you have plenty of time, you can also catch a boat from the Corniche to Palm Island, which has the biggest sandy beach in the north of Lebanon.  It’s a nice place to chill out and swim in the sea.  

Beach Day on Rabbit Island with a group of crazy Couchsurfers.

Anjar & Baalbek

The Roman ruins at Baalbek are some of the most spectacular in the world, especially the enormous temple of Bacchus, the wine God (gotta love Roman priorities).  That’s why you should visit Anjar first!  Anjar is beautiful and spectacular, but after Baalbek, it will seem small and insignificant in comparison.  Don’t forget to try sfeeha, the local delicacy, while you’re in Baalbek.  Baalbek is also home to the Sayyida Khawla shrine, one of the most beautiful and historic Shia shrines in Lebanon.

Local believe that Khawla, daughter of Imam al-Husayn, is buried in this tomb, although historians aren’t sure that Imam al-Husayn even had a daughter.

Baalbek has a bad reputation for safety, but this generally refers to other parts of Baalbek governorate, not Baalbek city.  If you’re concerned about safety, just don’t go north of the city (and definitely keep away from Arsel, which has a justifiably rough reputation).

Saida & Mleeta

Saida has probably the most beautiful souk (market) in the whole of Lebanon, full of ancient stone archways and local people hawking traditional wares (and delicious Arab sweets).  There’s also the small but worth-a-visit Dabane Palace Museum, a soap museum and the Hammam el-Sheikh traditional bathhouse.  The seafort on the waterfront is also worth a visit (although more spectacular from the outside than inside).  If you want a beer, go to Resthouse, a restaurant next to the seafort that is the only place in Saida allowed to sell alcohol.  Its garden is also a great place to take photos of the seafort.

Mleeta is a tiny village in the mountains that is home to probably the most well-maintained museum in Lebanon – The Hezbollah Museum.  Here, a free English-speaking guide will take you around and tell you about the various wars against Israel and Hezbollah’s role in protecting and driving out the enemy.  Whatever your political views, the museum is very well done and worth a visit.  It’s located about a 40-minute drive up into the mountains above Saida.

The Saida seafort – a castle in the sea.

One of the oldest cities in the world, Tyre is home to an ancient Roman Hippodrome.  The site itself is a bit rundown now, but the ruins are still impressive.  There’s also a pretty little old town with less tourists than other cities in Lebanon and a colourful harbour full of fishing boats.  The restaurants next to it are worth checking out for some fresh seafood too.  To the south of the city is Lebanon’s longest sandy beach.  This was affected by the oil spill off Israel in 2021, but is now clean again and safe for swimming.  

Tyre’s colourful harbour – a great place to eat fresh seafood.

The Northern Mountains

There are many beautiful places to visit in the northern mountains of Lebanon, aside from just the pleasure of driving through the local villages and the often breathtaking scenery.  The three I would recommend for visitors are:

• The 2,000 year old olive trees in Bchaleeh, which are supposedly the oldest in the world.  Local legends say that the olive branch from the story of Noah’s Ark came from one of these trees, but you can make up your own mind.   The location is clearly marked on Google Maps .
• The viewpoint at Aqoura.  Climb the rocky hill opposite the church for spectacular 360 degree views).   The start point is at Saydat Al Qarn church ( here on Google Maps ).
• The Batarra Waterfall.  This 255m (837 ft) waterfall, which passes through several layers of Jurassic limestone rock, is definitely the most beautiful in Lebanon.  It’s best visited in the spring when there is plenty of meltwater.  I went in early August once and there was no water at all.
• The Cedars of God.  At possibly 2,500 years old, the Cedars of God are some of the oldest cedar trees in the world and a UNESCO world heritage site to boot.

You will need a car to reach these locations, or you could try hitchhiking.  

The 255m Batarra waterfall. Try throwing a stone down into the chasm below and see how long it takes before you near it hit the bottom.

The Chouf Region

Home to the majority of the Druze population of Lebanon, the Chouf region also contains the country’s largest remaining cedar forests at the Chouf Biosphere Reserve.  This is a great place to do some hiking with trails from 5 minutes to a full day.  

The region also contains the Bettadine palace, which was built by the Ottomans, and the Moussa Palace, which was built over several decades by a crazy Lebanese man who wanted his own palace.  The latter contains a vast collection of ancient weapons and some very well done scenes from traditional Lebanese life, created with models animated in various ways.  I love the concept that the guy just suddenly decided to build himself a palace!

A traditional Lebanese scene in the Moussa Palace museum.

The Christian city of Jounieh used to be where Arabs from stricter countries in the Middle East went to party and unwind, as evidenced by the strip of hotels on the coast that look like they’ve seen better days.  Even now, the city is still home to Lebanon’s only casino, Casino du Liban, and a bunch of ‘super night clubs’ – basically stripclubs.

For tourists not looking for such things, the main attraction is Harissa, the hill behind the city with a statue of Our Lady of Lebanon on the top.  There is also a very nice (but steep) hike up from the city below through the dense forest with occasional views across the bay.  The start of the path is at coordinates 33.997710, 35.650976 ( here on Google Maps ).  Recommended for sunset.  

Hermel and Akkar

The far north of Lebanon is known as one of its most dangerous areas, but most reports are highly exaggerated.  The main attraction here is the 2,500 year-old Pyramid of Hermel, which I visited in 2021 .  Even now, no one’s quite sure who built it!  Worth a visit if you have the time, but its location in one of the most remote parts of the country means that it won’t fit many peoples’ itineraries.  

Nobody is sure why the Pyramid of Hermel was built.

The Far South (UNIFIL-Controlled Area)

The far south of Lebanon is interesting, because you can drive along beside the border wall with Israel, which is covered in security cameras and, in some places, graffiti similar to that seen in the Palestinian territories.  The coast at Naqoura also have the cleanest waters in Lebanon for swimming, thanks to the low population density and proximity to Israel, which has better sewage treatment facilities than Lebanon.  

The downside is that this area is under control of the UN peacekeeping force (UNIFIL) and foreigners need a permit to enter it.  See below the section on Entering the UNIFIL-Controlled Area for details of how to obtain the permit.  

This picturesque little village in the mountains near Saida is often overlooked by travellers, which is a pity, as it boasts one of Lebanon’s most spectacular waterfalls.  For hikers, the village is surrounded by Lebanon’s largest pine forest.  For those who want something darker, there’re also some interesting abandoned buildings leftover from Lebanon’s war of resistance against Israel to explore.  Read more in my dedicated Jezzine guide here.

The sea wall south of Naqoura

Suggested Itineraries

Pick and choose where to visit from the places above.  However, my suggestions are as follows:

Two-day Trip: Beirut – Jeita Grottoes & Byblos .  This is way too short, but spend one day wandering Beirut, watch the sunset at Raouche in the evening and then head to the Jeita Grottoes and Byblos on day 2.

Four-day Trip: Beirut – Jeita Grottoes & Byblos – Saida & Mleeta – Anjar & Baalbek.   Best to base yourself in Beirut for this itinerary, which covers the major highlights of the country.  

One-week (7 day) Trip: Beirut – Jeita Grottoes & Byblos – Tripoli – The Northern Mountains – Saida & Mleeta – The Southern Mountains – Anjar & Baalbek. This itinerary includes most of the highlights of the country with a variety of cities, ancient ruins and nature.

Two-week (14 day) Trip or Longe r : Beirut – Jeita Grottoes – Jounieh – Byblos – Batroun – Tripoli – The Northern Mountains – Anjar & Baalbek – Saida & Mleeta – Jezzine – The Southern Mountains – Tyre .  You could easily spend more than a day in many of the places listed here, making the trip more relaxing and enjoyable.  Alternatively, add in some hiking or visit some random villages in the mountains, many of which are beautiful.  

If you have the time, check out the Rock of Hamat near Batroun for a very Instagrammable pic.

I had no idea until I moved to Lebanon, but the country has some amazing hikes.  My personal favourites are the following:

• Qornet As Sawda (Black Peak) – The highest mountain in not only Lebanon, but the entire Levant region, and 5th highest in the Middle East, at 3,088m.  The landscape is like nothing else in the country, as barren as the moon.  It gets very cold near the top and is covered in snow from around November to May, so it’s best to avoid these times.  The hike starts from the Cedars ski resort near the Cedars of God and the first two hours follow the ski lifts.  The total hiking time is about 8 hours and it’s long, but not difficult.  
• The Chouf Biosphere Reserve – The largest cedar forests in Lebanon make for some beautiful hiking.  The reserve is clearly marked on Google Maps and is suitable for short or long hikes.
• The Qadisha Valley – Possibly the most beautiful place in the whole of Lebanon, a Colombian monk lives in a tiny monastery perched high on a cliff above the valley.  The path to the monastery is narrow with beautiful views and not particularly difficult, although the monk himself has stopped meeting visitors recently, due to the risk of Covid, as he is very old.
• Jabel Moussa Biosphere Reserve – There are many hikes here, from short 3-5km jaunts to 20km marathons and over steep mountain paths.  The highlight is Chouwen lake, which is a beautiful turquoise blue.  It’s also possible to swim in it during the summer.  
• Bkassine Pine Forest – The largest pine forest in Lebanon is riddled with beautiful hiking trails.  Check out my Jezzine guide for details .

The moonscape of Qornet As Sawda is like nothing else in the whole of Lebanon.

A rare near eastern fire salamander, spotted by yours truly while hiking in the Chouf region.

Anyone who thinks the Middle East is only desert and camels has never been to Lebanon – the lush green of the Qadisha Valley is like something out of a Disney film.

Impact of the Crisis – Electricity

Lebanon’s national grid currently only supplies about 1-2 hours of electricity per day to most parts of the country, due to a shortage of fuel, insufficient capacity and various other factors.  This is terrible if you’re local and don’t have a backup power supply.  However, for tourists it’s actually not that big a problem, as major hotels have good generators that provide 24/7 power and most restaurants and other businesses also have generators, if not all the time.

The best advice here is check with your hotel before visiting.  Some generators are not designed to run 24/7 and so buildings can have gaps without power.  My apartment currently has seven hours in 24 with no power, split between the night and morning, when they let the generator ‘rest.’

The electricity crisis has made the roads more dangerous – many street lights and traffic lights are not operating.  If you do drive in Lebanon, when you come to a junction without working traffic lights, just slow down and drive slowly through.  Most Lebanese drivers are very cautious at these junctions, as the economic crisis has made imported car parts astronomically expensive and no one wants to damage their car.  

Protests occasionally turn violent, but luckily protest areas are easily avoided by visitors.

Impact of the Crisis – Hyperinflation

The most important thing to remember is to bring enough cash for the duration of your stay.  The best currency to bring is USD, but other common currencies, such as EUR and GBP, can also be exchanged at black market rates.  Licensed currency exchange shops are now permitted to exchange currency at black market rates, so you no need to be hooked up with a black market dealer.  

Pro tip : before coming to Lebanon, download the Lira Rate or Lira Exchange app for your smartphone.  These apps show the current black market rates and, although the rate on the street is usually slightly lower, give you a good guide as to the approximate rate you should expect when changing money.

If you do run out of money in Lebanon, don’t withdraw money from an ATM if you can possibly avoid it.  ATMs currently operate at the official rate of 15,000 LBP to the USD, so you’re losing most of your money to the banks.  The same applies to paying for things priced in LBP with credit/debit cards.  ATMs no longer offer USD currency withdrawal for foreign bank cards.  The best approach for travellers is to use a currency transfer service like MoneyGram or Western Union, which allow you to transfer in foreign currency and collect it in USD.

One knock on effect of the economic crisis is that Lebanon is now significantly cheaper than it used to be.  Hotels have started charging foreigners in dollars again, but everything else, and especially food, is much cheaper than it was before.  A good Lebanese meal for two in a normal restaurant will usually cost about $15, including drinks.  In a slightly more upmarket restaurant, expect to pay around $30.  

The economic crisis is so bad that Batman had to trade in the Batmobile.

Impact of the Crisis – Safety

Crime rates in Lebanon are very low and, although they have risen recently as people become increasingly desperate, rates of petty theft are still lower than in most of Europe and criminals in general do not specifically target foreigners.  That said, the atmosphere can feel tense and the fortifications erected in some areas (lots of barbed wire, concrete barriers and patrolling soldiers) can give the impression that the safety situation is worse than it is.  

Most violent incidents that have been in the news recently have occurred during protests, often of a political nature.  If you do see the beginnings of a protest, such as groups of people marching together or tyres burning in the road, simply turn around and leave the area.  Protests usually start peacefully, but build to a point where the demonstrations spill over into violence.  Again, protests do not target foreigners, but there is a risk of being caught in the violence if you stick around.

An unfortunate legacy of the Lebanese civil war is that a lot of the populations still own guns.  At a recent protest in Beirut, not only were there shootings with machine guns, but the violence escalated with the use of RPGs.  This is an extreme case.  Again, I stayed away from the area.  

Guns are also often used at funerals or celebrations, where they are shot into the air in waves of celebratory gunfire.  Unfortunately, what goes up must come down, and people are occasionally killed by falling bullets or by bullets entering buildings through windows.  If you do hear shooting while you’re in a building, move to the interior, away from the windows and wait for it to subside.  If you’re outside, leave the area.  Funerals rarely happen in the city centre, which is the most interesting area for foreign travellers, so you probably won’t come across them anyway.  Furn El Chebek, Chiyah, Tariq El Jdideh and Jnah are common areas for funerals.

Lebanon is generally very safe. Even walking through the slummier neighbourhoods of Tripoli, Lebanon’s poorest city, I never felt unsafe.

Certain areas of Beirut experience violence far more than others.  In general, the southern suburbs of Beirurt, south of main road where the National Museum of Beirut is located, are less safe than the city centre.  In particular, Chiyah, Cola and Tayouneh and Tariq El Jdideh have all seen violent protests.  Martyr’s Square and the Beirut souks area also see frequent protests, but these tend to be less violent than those in the south.

As a tourist, the only areas you’re likely to visit to the south are Badaro (an upmarket bar street) and the Cola Intersection, as it’s the main hub for public transport to the south and the Bekaa Valley.  I visit these locations regularly and have never had problems, but keep an eye out just in case.

This may all sound very scary, but actually Lebanon is very safe for tourists.  Even now, by far the most dangerous thing is the roads, where accidents are frequent.  Just use a bit of common sense and you’ll be fine.

Impact of the Crisis – Fuel

One of the best ways to see Lebanon, and especially the more remote parts, is to rent a car and drive yourself.  During the summer of 2021, fuel became extremely difficult to obtain, often requiring queuing for hours (if you can even find a fuel station that’s open).  The only other option was to purchase it on the blackmarket at vastly inflated prices.

The good news is that, since the end of September 2021, fuel has been readily available again.  The government has let the price of fuel rise to close to market value, which has reduced incentives for fuel hoarding and smuggling to Syria.  

Bikers queuing for fuel at the peak of the fuel crisis in 2021

Ethics – Should I Visit Lebanon During the Crisis?

With frequent power cuts and shortages of some products, many people question whether they should visit a country while it’s in crisis, as they feel they may be using limited resources that are needed by the local population.  In the case of Lebanon, the answer is definitely yes, you should visit.  Lebanon produces very little domestically – even 80%+ of food is imported.  Shortages are not caused by a lack of supply on global markets, they’re caused by a lack of financial means to purchase supply (compounded by corruption and a range of other factors).  

By visiting Lebanon, you are bringing much needed foreign currency into the country and, by buying products and services from local businesses, ensuring that it reaches local people who need it.  One of the biggest problems for Lebanese people is that the value of the LBP to the dollar is so low, which makes imports expensive.  Everytime there is a large influx of visitors, for example with the Lebanese diaspora returning home over Christmas, the LBP gains value, helping local people.  This shows the positive effect that an influx of foreign currency has and, as an individual your contribution will be small, but will certainly be positive.  In other words, don’t feel bad about visiting!

Lebanese people are very good at enjoying life, even in the middle of a crisis.

One of the best ways to see Lebanon is to rent a car.  Car rentals are cheap now (about $20/day for a small car, including insurance) and Lebanon is a very car-based society.  A deposit of around $100 is often requested in cash for your first rental.  So far, I’ve not heard of any problems having this refunded.  In theory, an International Driver’s Permit is required, but in reality no one cares, at least not if your local driver’s licence is in English, French or Arabic.

I usually rent from Mike Rent-a-Car, which is a good option if you want to support local businesses.  The price is generally $20-30/day depending on the season for a small car and their Website is at www.mikerentacar.com .  Their office in Beirut is located here .  Alternatively, the big international car rental companies, such as Avis and Europcar , also operate in Lebanon.  They also have the advantage of having a presence at the airport, so you don’t need to bother with other transport to get to your accommodation. 

Cars and Drivers

If you don’t feel confident driving in Lebanon, it is possible to hire a car and driver from a hotel or hostel. This can cost upwards from around $70 a day plus fuel, but hotels may charge significantly more.

Ride Hailing Apps

Uber and Bolt both work well in Beirut.  Bolt is usually slightly cheaper, but Uber cars are generally in better condition and the drivers are more professional.  These apps are also by far the cheapest way to get to or from the airport in Beirut.  Just be sure to change the payment method to cash, as credit cards are billed at the official exchange rate so you’ll end up paying $50 for a 5-minute trip across town.

Public Transport

Lebanon has an informal public transport network made up for service (shared) taxis and minibuses.  These are operated privately with pricing regulated by the government.  There are also public buses from Beirut to Tripoli.  Vehicles licensed for public transport, including taxis, all have red number plates (or red lettering on the number plate).

To catch a service (shared) taxi, stand on the edge of a road (main roads are usually better) and hold out your arm when a taxi comes past (look for the red number plates).  Ask the driver “Service?”  If he agrees, it means the taxi is shared, so you will not be charged for a private journey.  Then tell him your destination.  If he’s going in the right direction and willing to take you there, he’ll agree.  Finally, ask him the price.  Most drivers are very honest, but a few do try to overcharge foreigners.  

Inside Beirut

Service taxis operate throughout Beirut, although explaining the destination can be tricky.  Often, the easiest approach is just to say the name of the area, such as “Hamra,” “Gemayze,” “Daora,” or “Cola.”  Minibuses on set routes also operate, but finding the routes is extremely difficult, so use the same approach as when taking a service and ask the driver whether he goes to your destination.  Prices for service taxis are just over $1 and for minibuses around $0.50.

Northern Lebanon

Shared taxis and minibuses run from the Daora roundabout in Beirut up the coastal highway to Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun and Tripoli.  Prices vary, but are cheap, starting at about $1 to Jounieh.  Just ask the drivers whether they go to the city you want to reach.

For Tripoli, there’s also a bus that runs on an actual schedule from Martyr’s Square in Beirut.  

Their current schedule can be found on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/connexion.transportation . 

Southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valle y

Minibuses run from the Cola Intersection in southern Beirut down the coastal highway to Saida and Tyre, as well as to Baalbek in the Bekaa Valley and to the Chouf region.  To visit the Chouf Biosphere Reserve, catch the bus to Barouk, the name of the nearest village.  From there, you need to walk several kilometres to enter the reserve and there is no public transport.  Hitchhiking could be an option. 

To reach Anjar, take the minibus to Baalbek and get off at Chtoura.  From here, there are other minibuses running to Anjar.  

The Jeita Grottoes

The Jeita Grottoes are located about halfway between Beirut and Byblos, approximately 5km from the highway.  Take public transport from the Daora roundabout and get off at the Ajaltoun exit of the main highway (coordinates 33.960616, 35.604071, here on Google Maps ).  From here you can either walk (5km uphill) or take a taxi.  There are usually several drivers hanging around this area, although prices can be high and will depend on your negotiation skills.  To get back to the highway afterwards, you can usually find a driver in the Jeita Grottoes carpark.  Another good option to reach the Jeita Grottoes is to take an Uber all the way from Beirut.  Uber is cheap in Lebanon, so this works out around the same price.

I’m not aware of any public transport option to reach this area of the country (including Aqoura, the Batara waterfall and the Cedars of God), so your options are really driving or hitchhiking.  

The view from Aqoura – there is still snow on the mountains in early May.  The northern mountains are a pain to get to without a car, but worth the effort.

Transport to and from Beirut Airport

Uber is a cheap and convenient way to get to or from the airport in Beirut.  This should cost around $6.  However, this can be tricky when first arriving, due to needing to obtain Lebanese pounds to pay the driver.  If the exchange counter at the airport is not open or the rate is bad, you can try negotiating with the Uber driver to pay in USD at the black market rate.

There are always plenty of local taxis waiting at the airport to take you to the city centre.  These often try to charge ridiculous rates to foreigners – up to $50 for the 10-15 minute journey.  With a bit of bargaining, you should be able to agree on around $10.

Checkpoints

There are military checkpoints on the roads throughout Lebanon and even within some parts of Beirut.  Generally, they wave foreigners through without saying anything.  If driving yourself, slowdown at the checkpoint, wind down the window and greet the soldier.  Most times, he’ll wave you though before you even come to a stop.  

In my two years here during which I’ve travelled the country extensively, I’ve been asked twice for my nationality and had my passport checked once (so carry it with you, just in case), and that was on the road between Hermel and Qobayat, one of the most remote parts of the country.

Entering the UNIFIL-Controlled Area

The only exception to the above is the checkpoints for entering the UNIFIL-controlled area south of the Litani river near the border with Israel.  Foreigners can only enter with a permit obtained in advance (with the exception of UN employees).  To obtain the permit, visit the police headquarters in Saida with your passport.  The police station is at coordinates 33.550327, 35.381710 ( here on Google Maps ).  You need to bring your passport and colour photocopies of the identity page and your entry stamp to Lebanon (and visa, if you come from a country that needs a visa to enter Lebanon).  It generally takes less than one hour and permits can be issued for entry on the same day.  Permits can be obtained for one or multiple days.

Northern Israel, as viewed over the imposing border wall in south Lebanon.

Recently (as of early 2023), the black market exchange rate has been hovering around the 80,000 LBP to the USD rate, whereas the official rate is 15,000 LBP.  Previously, currency exchange shops were prohibited from giving the black market rate, but the government has relaxed this rule, so any currency exchange shop can exchange money for you.  Just make sure you bring plenty of cash.

Whatever you do, don’t use a foreign bank card in an ATM or to pay in shops.  The banks still apply the official rate, so you’ll be paying several times the real price.  

Pre-crisis, these notes were worth about $66 each. Now they’re worth around $3.

Mobile Phone Service and SIM Cards

Lebanon has good mobile Internet even in most rural areas.  SIM cards are widely available from mobile phone shops.  I use Alpha, which has good 4G coverage across most of the country.  Passports are not required to obtain a SIM.  Prices fluctuate, but a SIM card with 6GB of data valid for one month can be obtained for around $20.  I have been warned to check that the seller gives you the packaging to ensure that it’s not a reused, although I’m not sure what the problem would be with this..  

Restaurants and Coffee Shops

One of the greatest pleasures of visiting Lebanon is the food.  This list is by no means exhaustive, but here are my favourite restaurants.  I happen to like coffee a lot, so I’ve also slung in a few coffee shop recommendations for good measure.

• Resto Ghazar: My favourite Lebanese-Armenian restaurant.  Try the soubeureg (cheese pastries), mouhamara (pomegranate with nuts) and manti.  Although not Armenian, their batata harra (spicy potatoes with coriander) is also out of this world.  Prices are very reasonable, at about $10-15 a person, including drinks.  
• Ohannes Restaurant: Another great Armenian restaurant, with beautiful tiled decor.  The food is also great, especially the Ohannes salad and fried liver.  This place is a bit more upmarket at about $15-25 per person, including drinks.
• T-Marbouta: A variety of great Lebanese food in the heart of Hamra with a nice outdoor seating area.  About $8-15 a person, including drinks.
• Sawani Falfoul: A great place for breakfast in Badaro, an upmarket bar street.  In particular, try the foul (a kind of chickpea soup, pronounced like the word “fool” in English), shakshuka (scrambled egg with tomato) and hummus (the “Malaysian” hummus is particularly good, if not very Lebanese sounding).
• Barbar Restaurant: Basic but tasty Lebanese barbeque restaurant in Hamra.  Not sure of the current price, but cheap!
• Le Chef: A traditional Lebanese restaurant that claims to be the oldest in Lebanon, although my Lebanese friends tell me that this is bullshit.  The place has a lot of character and was saved from bankruptcy by a donation from Russel Crow, who once ate there, after being destroyed in the port explosion in August 2020.
• Notes Speciality Coffee: My local coffee place.  Great brews and the chance to meet me if you’re there in the morning (I often work from there).  

Quail eggs with basterma (seasoned meat) – an Armenian-Lebanese delicacy.

• Fenicia: This restaurant is so good that I have hardly eaten anywhere else in Byblos.  Up there with Resto Ghazar as one of my two favourite restaurants in Lebanon.  The environment is elegant and the food is absolutely out-of-this-world.  The cheese/shrimp rolls and the mixed grill plata are my recommendations.  Prices are about $15-25 per person, including drinks.  The only problem is that they don’t take reservations and getting a seat can be difficult.  

Byblos has many local restaurants, like this Italian one, where you can sit outside and enjoy the old town vibe.

• The Colonel Brewery: Lebanon’s most famous craft beer brewery, the Colonel recently opened a restaurant with a view of the Mediterranean and a great selection of fresh seafood.  Try the delicious raw fish if you’re feeling adventurous.  A meal for two including drinks is around $30.
• Barrio 67: Not Lebanese cuisine, but delicious international food and nice decoration in the heart of the old town.  Prices are about $15-25 per person, including drinks. 
• The Sailor Woman: this cute little restaurant serves only six dishes – fish with tahini, calamari, octopus, french fries, fattouch (traditional Lebanese green salad) and Tabbouleh (traditional Lebanese salad with Parsley).  What makes it so special is that all the cooking is done by a little old lady in her apartment, which is just next to the restaurant.  The fish is also very fresh, as Tripoli is the centre of the Lebanese fishing industry.  
• Newtown Coffee: Great place to take a break from sightseeing and chill.  Nice environment and good coffee.  

My favourite fish in Tahini at The Sailor Woman restaurant.

Be sure to try some Lebanese sweets, which can be found across the country.

• Foul Abou El Ezz: Another breakfast place, simple, very local and delicious.  Try the foul (a kind of chickpea soup, pronounced like the word “fool” in English) and hummus.  
• Green’s Coffee: One of my favourite coffee shops in Lebanon with a great selection of coffees and even a deli counter.  The environment is top-notch with a nice retro feel.  
• Resthouse: Overpriced (although still cheap by international standards), but with a great view of the Seafort and the only place allowed to sell alcohol in Saida.  Perfect for a beer with a view on a hot summer’s day.

A man making local sweets at a little bakery in the winding streets of Saida’s old bazaar.

• Local sfeeha place: On the main street of Baalbek, on the left as you’re walking away from the Roman ruins, you’ll come across what is basically a traditional oven in a room on the edge of the street with a few tables outside (approx. coordinates: 34.005245, 36.208302, here on Google Maps ).   They make one dish – delicious sfeeha, the traditional meat pastry originally from Baalbek – and they make it really well.  It’s a while since I’ve been there, so not sure of the exact price, but twenty sfeeha cost a few dollars.

Local sfiha meat pastries being prepared for the brick oven.

• Fresh seafood: Tyre has a wonderful selection of reasonably-priced fresh seafood restaurants overlooking the harbour.  The location is at 33.274307, 35.194684 ( here on Google Maps ) and there are several small restaurants with harbour views nearby.  Prices start from about $10 a person, including drinks.

Accommodation

Hotels recently switched to charging foreign tourists in USD and so the prices are roughly the same as before the crisis.  You may be able to negotiate a deal with some of the smaller places when you’re here, but that’s tricky to do in advance.  AirBNB can be a very good option and relatively cheap.  With any accommodation, check the hours that they have electricty before booking.

Couchsurfing

Lebanon has an active Couchsurfing community.  Many people here host travellers and there are often events organised.  If you’re looking to meet local people, this is a great way to do it.  

Covid-19, PCR Tests and Entry Requirements

As of 28 September 2022, the Lebanese government cancelled all Covid-related requirements for entering Lebanon.  Once in the country there are also no longer restrictions and masks are not required.  

PCR tests are not required for departure from Beirut airport.  However, if you need one for your next destination, they can be obtained at many hospitals in Lebanon.  I have used Hotel Dieu de France hospital in the past. There’s also a lab that will send someone to your accommodation to do the test for you.  It’s very convenient and the results are available same day, sent via WhatsApp.  They can be contacted on WhatsApp at +961 3 444 925.  Wherever you do the test, it will have a QR code.  Prices vary depending on the exchange rate, but are generally around $10-12.

More about Lebanon

After two years living in Lebanon, I’ve visited almost every inch of the country.  You can read about my adventures here:

Jezzine Travel Guide

Why Visit Jezzine?  The picturesque village of Jezzine is perched high on a cliff top overlooking the incredible Jezzine waterfall - at 90m (295ft), one of the highest waterfalls in Lebanon.  It’s also practically surrounded by Bkassine forest, the largest pine forest...

Hermel & Beyond: Road Tripping Remote Lebanon

Hermel & Beyond: Road Tripping Remote Lebanon As a Scot, I’m used to living in countries far bigger than my own.  Lebanon is the exception - the entire country is only about 200km long and 80km wide at its widest point.  So how, you might ask, can there be ‘remote...

Looking for even more great ideas?  Here’s another in-depth travel guide to Lebanon by Romana and Jakub at Broken Naviation, including hotel recommendations for all budgets (living here I don’t stay in hotels much).  They have some really beautiful photographs too.  Check it out here:

• How to Travel to Lebanon in 2022 & 11 Days Itinerary

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Wow, this is a great post. Thank you so much. We’re travelling to Lebanon for a week in May (9th – 15th) and were a bit unsure of what to see/do because of the crisis. This has helped a lot. I’m coming with a friend. Hit me up if you’d like to hang out.

Hey mate, great to hear the guide was helpful. I’m actually outside the country travelling Sudan at the moment (another amazing place), so won’t be around on those dates. Enjoy Lebanon!

I absolutely love this guide. I am a 50plus woman who travels around the world and I am in Egypt now. I want to go and spend a month there in June/July and would love to contact people who want to meet and Argentina my age or around my age. I am not rich, my country goes through the same struggles than Lebanon with the second highest inflation in the world. I do have a website on the works and I can recommend your site, I believe the only waay we can make a change is to share

Hi Monica, that’s great. I’m sure you’ll enjoy Lebanon a lot. For meeting people, you might want to try Couch Surfing. The community in Lebanon is quite active.

Thank you so much for the useful information. I’m travelling to Lebanon for a week in 30th May – 6th June and was uncertain of what to expect. You information has helped me feel more confident. I’m coming by myself as my partner can’t make it because of work commitments. Feel free to contact me if you’d like have a chat over drinks. PS I’m keen to go to Sudan and see the Pyramids there. Hope you enjoyed it.

Hi Morris. Great to hear that the information was helpful. I would definitely be up for meeting for a drink, as long as I’m in Lebanon at that time. Could you drop me a message on the quitandgotravel Instagram page? I don’t want to put my WhatsApp number on this page as it’ll inevitably get flooded with spam.

Sudan was amazing! Working on a guide for that now, but will take some time.

This is amazing, thank you so much for publishing this! I’ve had a hard time getting a real read on the situation. We are planning a trip in July, probably just Beirut for 4 or 5 days. Do you have any hotel recommendations?

Hi Katie, glad to hear it was useful. July is a great time to visit, the weather will be beautiful. Beirut is a great place to base yourself, but I would suggest to do at least a day trip to Byblos and the Jeita Grottoes. Regarding hotels, as I live here, I don’t stay in them and so don’t have specific recommendations. However, wherever you stay, the main thing to check is whether they have a generator and how many hours of power they have per day. Generally, the higher-end hotels have 24/7 power, whereas the lower-end ones could be just a few hours a day.

Hi Rowan, this was SO helpful, thank you! Hoping to visit May 27-June 4 but was nervous about the US government “level 3” travel advisory. I saw your disclaimer about the elections last week – how is the sentiment now?

Hi Lily, glad this was helpful. The elections have gone relatively peacefully, so hoping things will be back to normal by then. Time will tell, so feel free to reach out to me nearer the time to confirm.

Think your guide is really helpful mate. I’m looking to visit with my girlfriend for at least a week in Oct before flying on to India, but we will not hire a car to keep the costs down, so hopefully we can visit places like Byblos and Kadisha Valley by bus/shared taxi etc as we’d love to do some hiking. Thanks again.

Awesome mate, glad the guide was helpful. Lebanon is very doable with public transport (and maybe a bit of hitchhiking to Kadisha). Enjoy India!

Is the situation pretty unstable atm mate? Been looking at uk gov website and it seems to say avoid all but essential travel to Lebanon. Not going until Oct, so I hope thing may improve then, but would you say wait to see if it calms down a bit before booking flights, or just take the gov advice with a pinch of salt? As your blog seems to indicate its not too bad 🙂 sorry for the bombardment of questions!

Hey mate, already replied to your email, but for anyone else reading, government travel warnings tend to exaggerate. It’s actually very peaceful here at the moment. Lebanese people are very friendly and crime rates are low. In Lebanon, the situation can change quickly, but I wouldn’t let that put you off visiting.

Hi Rowan, thanks for sharing those helpful Informations. Do you know if there is a possibility to get from Bcharré to Baalbek by public transportation in September

Hi Miriam. Glad the blog has been useful. Unfortunately, there is no public transport from Bcharré to Baalbek. By public transport, you’d need to go back to Beirut and then over the main highway to Baalbek, which is a huge detour. However, I’m sure you could hitchhike it without much difficultly. Lebanese people are very friendly and a female friend of mine who was volunteering in Anjar the past few weeks hitchhiked all over the country without problems.

Wowwwww I was just looking around, totally unsure about Lebanon and feeling no way I could Really do it but your post has totally changed my mind.

I hope to meet you for a coffee hello.

~A Solo woman traveller

Ps, Pls let me know your thoughts on overland travel from jordan through syria.

Hey, glad the blog helped inspire you! Overland travel from Jordan is possible with an organised tour, as that’s generally the only way to get the visa. It’s expensive but doable and I’ve spoken with people who’ve done it. A coffee sounds good, drop me a message on Insta @quitandgotravel when you know the dates.

This post re Lebanon is fantastic. I’m traveling alone; do you have any tour guide recommendations? Also, if you’re up for a cup of coffee and a chat, I’ll be there the first week of July.

Hi Stacy, great to hear the post is useful. I never use tour guides (except in North Korea, where it’s mandatory), so can’t recommend one. However, Lebanon is very doable solo. I’d definitely be up for a coffee and should be here that week. Can you drop me a message on Insta? @quitandgotravel

This blog was really helpful – I’m a solo female traveler and have been looking to go to Beirut to visit my friend’s dog and bring him doggie treats (and I guess say hi to my friend too and bring human treats) but with everything that has happened in the past two years it has been a bit difficult to get it organised. Due to my nationality it also appears the visa process will take longer than normal in my current country of residence. I would rather not have to get my (human) friend send some sort of invitation letter in order for me to get a visa, but I guess I’ll just have to see and try and Lebanese Embassy. I look forward to reading more of your blog.

Your poor friend, I can see that he or she is definitely second to the dog! Good luck with the visa though, I hope you get it sorted out okay, and thanks for your kind comments.

Thanks so much for this guide. I’m Lebanese background and even I found it very very useful. My Aussie partner and I are going to Lebanon in September and I’m wondering which neighbourhood to book our Airbnb. We want to be able to walk all of Beirut, prefer to flush toilet paper down the toilet haha and want to be walking distance to cafes, bars and be able to walk home safely afterwards (or is it safer to get a service/taxi?). Also did you have any issues with being overcharged for things? Memories of taxi drivers taking me around the block a couple of times in Syria and charging me double haha

Hi Lili. Great to hear that my blog is even useful to Lebanese! For AirBNBs, Gemayze is probably the best Neighborhood. It’s walking distance to most things and has power more often than Hamra, so is less dark. Beirut is still very safe and walkable, even now. I think it’s a cultural thing, but despite the ever increasing poverty levels, crime rates are still low here. Most people are pretty honest, so rip offs are not common. The worst are taxis, especially from the airport, so use Uber or Bolt and set the app to pay cash (don’t pay more than 200,000 LBP from the airport).

Rowan, as others have said this is a great blog. Many thanks for all this info. I am a keen cyclist but cannot find any of the major adventure tour companies who offer cycling holidays in Lebanon. Do you know of any cycling organisations in Lebanon who might be able to help me put together an itinerary.

Hi David. I’m happy you liked the blog. I focus on independent travel, so not sure about tour companies to be honest. I don’t think cycling is a big thing here though (drivers are not so considerate), but that said, it could be a good way to see the country.

I had planned a trip to Lebanon in May 2020 (tickets paid for and everything) but Covid happened. Since then, Lebanon had gone through some significant changes like the economic crisis, etc, and I was really unsure if this year was the right time to be visiting Lebanon; was thinking of doing so in December.

Your blog had really helped, it is positive yet realistic. I am leaning heavily on traveling to Lebanon this year.

I heard it is easy to do a day trip to Damascus from Beirut? Have you done this trip? If so, was it a good experience?

Hi Ivy. Great to hear that you’re planning to visit Lebanon. Keep your eye on the news, but if it stays like it is now, you’ll have a great time. Day trips to Damascus are easily arranged. I don’t like organised tours, so I haven’t done one. I’m still working on the visa now, but hope to visit Syria independently for a couple of weeks in the near future.

Thank you so much for all this great information. My husband & am planning to move to Jadra, Lebanon with in the next year and I am doing research now and came across your blog. Any information you can send me in a email would be much appreciated. I have never traveled outside the U.S. . We plan on visiting for 2 weeks before we actually move there.

Hey that’s awesome that you’re moving here to Lebanon. It’s a wonderful country. Jadra is an interesting choice of location though! Most of the relevant information is in the blog, but feel free to let me know if you have specific questions.

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Active cholera transmission is  widespread  in Lebanon. Cholera is rare in travelers.  Certain factors  may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease ( more information ). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.

Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Cholera - CDC Yellow Book

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Lebanon.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Lebanon. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Lebanon.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Lebanon.

Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species.

If rabies exposures occur while in Lebanon, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.

Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.

Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.

For more information, see country rabies status assessments .

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Typhoid

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites.

Leishmaniasis

• Sand fly bite
• Avoid Bug Bites

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

• Scientists do not fully understand how the MERS virus spreads
• May spread from to others when an infected person coughs or sneezes
• May spread to people from camels.

Middle East Respiratory virus syndrome (MERS)

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Lebanon, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in Lebanon. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Lebanon include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Schistosomiasis, a parasitic infection that can be spread in fresh water, is found in Lebanon. Avoid swimming in fresh, unchlorinated water, such as lakes, ponds, or rivers.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Lebanon’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of Lebanon may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in Lebanon, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
• Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
• Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

• Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
• Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
• Follow all local laws and social customs.
• Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
• Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
• If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Lebanon for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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Safety and security

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. You should remain vigilant.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in Lebanon

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Lebanon.

Islamist terrorist groups seek to target the Lebanese state, security services, and civilians, and intend to target foreigners in Lebanon. Groups within Lebanon, including Hizballah, are proscribed under the Terrorism Act 2000 and the Counter Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. Offences committed under the act – including funding and supporting proscribed organisations – may be liable to prosecution in the UK.  

Terrorist groups have particularly operated in:

• Palestinian refugee camps
• areas close to the Syrian border, including around Hermel and Aarsal
• Southern suburbs of Beirut

Recent terrorist-related incidents include:

• In 2023, the Lebanese Armed Forces uncovered a cell planning attacks on military sites and prisons
• in 2022, the police uncovered a terrorist network who were planning 3 simultaneous attacks in the southern suburbs of Beirut
• in 2021, the Lebanese Armed Forces dismantled a suspected ISIS cell accused of  killing of a retired intelligence officer planning further attacks
• in 2020, following the arrest of an individual suspected of preparing to conduct terrorist attacks in Beirut, there were police and military casualties in 2 security incidents linked to the disruption of further terrorist cells
• in 2020, 3 municipal police officers were shot and killed in Kaftoun, Koura in North Lebanon

In response to events in Kaftoun, counter-terrorism operations were conducted in North Lebanon in 2020 resulting in deaths and arrests of suspected terrorists. During one arrest operation, in Beddawi (also Beddaoui) close to Tripoli, 4 members of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) were killed. A further 2 LAF soldiers were killed when their checkpoint was attacked in Arman. Lebanese security authorities are at a high state of alert and are conducting security operations across Lebanon. Be vigilant and follow the advice of Lebanese authorities. Avoid large crowds, demonstrations, political gatherings and using shared public transport.

There’s a heightened risk of terrorism against aviation. Additional security measures have been in place on flights departing from Lebanon to the UK since March 2017. You should co-operate fully with security officials.

If you notice or suspect a security incident is underway, leave the area immediately. Suspects have detonated explosives to avoid arrest. Keep clear of affected areas immediately after any attacks. Bystanders have been killed in a number of terrorist attacks in recent years.

Terrorist kidnap

There’s a threat of kidnapping in Lebanon. The Lebanese authorities have warned that foreigners could be targeted.

British nationals are seen as legitimate targets, including tourists, humanitarian aid workers, journalists and business travellers. If you are kidnapped, the reason for your presence is unlikely to protect you or secure your safe release.

The long-standing policy of the British Government is not to make substantive concessions to hostage takers. The British Government considers that paying ransoms and releasing prisoners builds the capability of terrorist groups and finances their activities. This can, in turn, increase the risk of further hostage-taking. The Terrorism Act (2000) makes payments to terrorists illegal.

Military activity in the Red Sea area       

Military activity is currently underway in response to attempts by Houthi militants to prevent movement of international shipping in the Red Sea. While the area of activity is limited to the Red Sea and Yemen, there is a possibility that Travel Advice for nearby countries could change at short notice. You should continue to monitor Travel Advice and follow any relevant instructions from local authorities.

Security situation

The security situation in Lebanon is volatile and can deteriorate quickly. On 2 January 2024, there was an explosion in Msharafieh in Beirut’s southern suburbs. There continues to be a risk of escalation without warning and the FCDO continues to advise against all travel to Lebanon, including this area.

Violence is very likely to occur:

• between security forces and protestors
• between supporters of political groups
• over scarce or subsidised resources
• as a result of the Conflict in neighbouring Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories

This often happens without warning, particularly at existing flashpoints. These confrontations have resulted in large numbers of casualties. Security forces may use tear gas and rubber bullets during clashes.

There were heavy clashes in the areas of Tayouneh, Chiyah and Ain el Roumanneh, within Beirut on 14 October 2021. These clashes involved exchanges of live fire and resulted in fatalities and injuries. Weapons are common in Lebanon and groups such as Hizballah have arms that are beyond state control. Arguments can quickly escalate into violence, including the use of weapons, typically firearms and bladed weapons. There have been several reports over the past year of firearms being used during arguments in bars.

Celebratory gunfire is illegal in Lebanon but remains widespread. Every year there are reported casualties.

As well as internal Lebanese issues, regional and international developments can have an impact on the local security situation. This includes tensions with Israel, which could escalate with little warning. Events in Syria and Iraq may also impact Lebanon. You are therefore advised to monitor the regional situation whilst in Lebanon.

Security advice for British nationals

You should:

• avoid large crowds and political gatherings
• take cover in a building and move away from windows in areas where there’s celebratory or other gunfire
• be especially vigilant during periods of religious significance (including the holy month of Ramadan) and public holidays
• register your presence You should complete this for every member of your family/group.
• monitor this travel advice and sign up for email updates
• make sure you have correct and up-to-date travel documents, including a  passport  and  visa  if necessary, for yourself and anyone you are travelling with (even if they are not a British national) in case a sudden deterioration in the security situation means you need to leave Lebanon

If there are widespread disturbances or the security situation deteriorates, there may be limits to the assistance that the British Embassy Beirut can provide. Be prepared to shelter in place for several days, if the security situation requires it. This means having enough essential supplies, such as food, water and medicine, at the place where you are staying. Do not rely on the  FCDO  being able to evacuate you in an emergency.

Severe economic crisis

Lebanon is experiencing a prolonged and severe economic crisis. The situation is unpredictable and could deteriorate without warning.

The  economic situation may affect your ability to pay for goods and services. There is a very high rate of inflation. Banks and exchange houses can close for long periods during protests. While ATMs are generally stocked with Lebanese pounds, there may be limits on daily withdrawals so check with your bank before travelling. US dollars are accepted in most supermarkets, restaurants and other outlets. However, it is very difficult to access US dollars locally. Many companies no longer accept credit debit cards so make sure you have enough cash for your stay.

Medicine shortages

Many hospitals and other medical services are affected by fuel shortages. See healthcare facilities in Lebanon .

Basic commodities (fuel, medicines, food) have become increasingly scarce due to the economic crisis. Make sure you have supplies of any medicines you need with you in Lebanon. The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or purchased in the UK can be different in other countries. If you’re travelling with prescription medication, carry a medical certificate confirming that the medication has been prescribed for a medical condition.

Fuel shortages

Petrol and diesel can be difficult to access, with restrictions of supply at short notice. There are frequent, prolonged closures of fuel stations. Plan ahead and ensure you have enough fuel in your car before travelling. Arguments at fuel stations have sometimes become violent and involved weapons. Always make sure your vehicle is positioned to be able to leave a fuel queue quickly if tensions rise.

Beirut Rafik Hariri International Airport is sometimes affected by fuel shortages, which can cause air conditioning or lighting to be turned off in the terminal buildings.  

Lebanon’s power plants are only producing limited electricity for the national grid. This has led to prolonged power cuts across the country, with an impact on services, such as transport, internet, water and waste collection, and shops, cafes and restaurants. Check before travelling to a business, hotel or restaurant in case they are closed due to fuel shortages. Have a torch to hand at night and plan how you would leave your accommodation in the dark.

Border with Israel

There are ongoing mortar and artillery exchanges and airstrikes in South Lebanon, on the border with Israel. Tensions are high and events could escalate with little warning.

Political situation

There is a high level of tension in Lebanon due to the economic and political situation. Protests can occur without warning and may become violent. They have centred on the main cities of Beirut, Tripoli and Saida, but have occurred at other locations and may take place nationwide.

• exercise a high degree of caution
• monitor local media for developments
• avoid areas where demonstrations may be held, or where there are large gatherings of people

Keep up to date with developments by getting email updates when this travel advice is updated.

Protecting your belongings

There is moderate risk to tourists from petty or violent crime. However, crime has increased due to the declining economic situation. Theft, vehicle theft and robbery in particular have risen. Take sensible precautions to protect yourself and your belongings:

• consider your route and vary daily routines
• hide expensive-looking jewellery, which could draw unwanted attention
• avoid carrying large amounts of cash in public
• be aware of your surroundings when using ATMs

Members of the public have held up banks across Lebanon in order to access their savings, using both real and replica firearms. This may well continue. Be alert when in or near banks.

Sexual assault

There has been an increase in reported incidents of sexual harassment and assault in public areas, including while walking in Beirut. Consider whether it is safe to walk alone, particularly in less busy areas. Due to the lack of electricity, streetlights often do not work, so streets are very dark at night. Consider taking a torch with you at night and make sure your phone is charged in case of an emergency.

Drug smuggling and car theft

Criminal gangs involved in drug cultivation and smuggling operate in parts of the Beqaa Valley, especially northern Beqaa. Car theft gangs are prevalent and may carry out armed vehicle theft, particularly along sections of the international highway towards Baalbek. Vehicle thefts (including 4x4s) have increased significantly and are often targeted. Other armed crimes, such as robbery and kidnap, can occur in these areas. There are also frequent armed clashes between gangs and the security forces.

Laws and cultural differences

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, be aware of:

• eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public in the daytime, including in your car
• playing loud music or dance
• swearing in public

Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts.

You should also:

• check opening hours of shops and restaurants
• follow local dress codes – clothing that does not meet local dress codes may cause more offence at this time

Lebanon’s people are diverse, with many different Muslim and Christian sects represented. You should respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions at all times and make sure your actions do not offend.

In many areas you will find dress codes more relaxed than in other countries of the region, but you should still dress modestly when visiting religious sites.

Illegal drugs and prison sentences

Possessing, using and trafficking illegal drugs (including small quantities) are all serious offences, punishable with prison sentences.

Using cameras and drones in secure areas

Only take photographs in tourist sites. You could be arrested for photographing military sites. Flying drone cameras without permission is illegal.

LGBT+ travellers

The Lebanese Criminal Code includes a general provision concerning ‘every sexual act against nature’. Lebanese courts consider that this includes homosexuality. A criminal offence under this provision is punishable by a prison sentence of up to a year. The Lebanese Medical Association for Sexual Health has resources for LGBT+ people.

Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .

Child abduction and travel bans

If you have concerns about child custody, get legal advice   before travelling to Lebanon about ‘travel bans’ that can be imposed by male heads of family. Even if you or your child holds a British passport you may be subject to Lebanese laws and regulations.

In Lebanon a father or husband can legally arrange for a travel ban to be placed on their wife or children. If a travel ban is placed on you or your children, you will not be able to travel. If that does happen a parent should seek legal assistance to check if the travel ban can be lifted.

Lebanese family law is very different from UK law and particular care is needed if child custody becomes an issue.

If you’re a British national involved in international parental child abductions or custody disputes, contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) for assistance or call +44(0)2070085000. FCDO has information on international parental child abduction, including how we can help. FCDO strongly advises against attempting to move your child yourself. This may be considered abduction (or ‘re-abduction’). This may be illegal and can put your child at risk.

Transport risks

Shared taxis and unofficial taxis.

Do not use shared taxis or taxis hailed on the street.

Only use taxis:

• from recognised companies that use vetted drivers
• recognised by hotels, which are safe and well-maintained

There have been armed robberies and physical attacks against passengers in shared taxis (known locally as service taxis) with passengers being attacked by either the driver or other passengers.

In 2017, the Lebanese Interior Minister advised people in Lebanon not to use Uber taxis.  

Road travel

You need either a 1968  international driving permit ( IDP )  or a UK driving licence to drive in Lebanon. The 1949 IDP is not accepted anymore. You cannot buy an IDP outside the UK, so get one before you travel.

If you are planning to drive in Lebanon, see information on driving abroad .

Driving standards are poor and the accident rate is high. Traffic lights are often switched off and not always observed. It may be better to hire a car with a driver if you’re inexperienced. You must wear a seat belt (if fitted). Avoid travelling at night outside towns if possible. Vehicles with diesel engines are banned.

Licences and permits

Carry ID with you at all times and be prepared to stop at checkpoints to show your papers. The army has set up checkpoints on major and minor roads.

Temporary local licences are also available, but they take longer to get and are more expensive than an IDP .

Protests and roadblocks may restrict travel at short notice. Major roads in and out of Beirut and across the country, including the roads to and from Beirut Rafik Hariri International Airport, have become blocked at short notice. If you’re travelling to or from the airport, check your flight status before leaving and allow extra time for your journey. If roads from the airport are blocked, wait there until the authorities confirm access roads are open.

Landmines and other unexploded bombs are present in Lebanon and are not always clearly marked. Use only well-travelled tracks and do not stray from their edges. Avoid remote abandoned properties. Use local guides and seek local knowledge if you are unsure.

Extreme weather and natural disasters

Forest fires.

There is a heightened risk of forest fires in Lebanon, particularly during summer. Forest fires are highly dangerous and unpredictable. Take care when visiting or driving through woodland areas. The authorities may evacuate areas and close roads for safety.

If you are travelling in Lebanon, familiarise yourself with local safety and emergency procedures, stay vigilant, and follow the advice of local authorities.

For information on the risk of forest fires, visit the Disaster Risk Management website , Facebook page and Twitter account .

If you see a forest fire, call the emergency services on 112 (for the fire service, call 175).

Earthquakes

Lebanon is in an earthquake zone, but there have been no damaging tremors in recent years. The US Federal Emergency Management Agency has advice about what to do before, during and after an earthquake.

Lebanon experienced strong aftershocks from an earthquake in Turkey in February 2023. There is a risk of further aftershocks.

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International Restrictions:

*Entry to Lebanon: Beirut’s Rafik Hariri international airport re-opened on 1 July 2020 and there are direct and indirect commercial flights operating daily.

From 28 April, Lebanon has banned passengers travelling from India and Brazil unless they have spent at least 14 days in a third country directly prior to entry to Lebanon. This applies to entry via Beirut airport and the land and maritime borders.

Passengers travelling to Lebanon, except military personnel, diplomats, members of international organizations, UNIFIL and members of the Lebanese National Social Security Fund or staff cooperative, need to possess an insurance policy that is valid for the duration of their stay in Lebanon, covering all costs of treatment for Coronavirus on Lebanese territory. Alternatively, the policy can be obtained at the insurance counters upon arrival at Rafik Hariri International Airport-Beirut.

Certificate requirements and measures within Lebanon: If you’re travelling to Lebanon, you are required to take a PCR test at a laboratory certified by local authorities 96 hours before you travel, and to show the result at check-in at your departure airport. If you do not have a negative PCR test result within this time frame and in an approved form (paper or email, not SMS), you will not be allowed to board your flight to Lebanon. Children under 12 are exempt from this requirement. The government has announced that you are exempt from this requirement if you have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine more than 15 days prior to your departure to Lebanon. However, you must have received the second dose of the vaccine in one of the following places: Lebanon, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, European countries (including the UK), Asian countries, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco or Tunisia. As there is currently no means to certify vaccinations vaccinations issued in the UK for international travel, all travellers should continue to obtain a PCR test as stated above. Check with your local Lebanese embassy or airline if you are unclear whether your vaccine is recognised.

You should arrange to take a private test. Any passenger who shows symptoms of illness including COVID-19 will not be allowed to board the aircraft. Passengers who left Lebanon for a period not exceeding one week are not required to do a PCR test before departure, but will be subject to a PCR test in Lebanon. Self-isolation requirements and tests after arrival.

From Monday 11 January 2021, all travellers to Lebanon will be required to take an additional PCR test at Beirut International Airport upon arrival (which is provided at the airline’s expense) and then to quarantine for 72 hours. Travellers will also be required to download and activate the “Covid Leb Track” mobile application on arrival to Lebanon, and to present the application to the authorities at Beirut International Airport at the time of the PCR test.

Diplomats and their families, official delegations and UNFIL officers are exempt from the quarantine measures, as well as those who have received the COVID-19 vaccination, on the condition that they have proof of vaccination and take a PCR test on arrival as a precautionary measure.

The Lebanese government is keeping these measures under review and they may change at short notice. You must comply with any amended regulations for testing and self-isolation. You should check with your airline and the Embassy of Lebanon in the country you are travelling from before travel.

*Transit passengers: There are no testing or additional COVID-19 related procedures required for transiting travellers. Passengers with a short transit time will be allowed to proceed directly to their gate, those with a longer transit time will have to wait at a designated gate where a cafeteria is available.

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Taxis and private cars should have no more than four people in them (including the driver). Buses are allowed to operate with a maximum capacity of 50%.

Fabric masks covering the mouth and nose must be worn when outside the home and in vehicles (unless travelling alone). Lebanese authorities may issue fines, impose road blocks, or imprison those violating these measures for up to three years. You should comply with all measures introduced by the Lebanese authorities and obey the instructions of the security forces. These measures may be changed at short notice.

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Last updated: May 23, 2024 08:00 ET

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The security situation can deteriorate further without warning.

If the armed conflict intensifies it could impact your ability to depart the country by commercial means. You should not rely on the Government of Canada for assisted departure or evacuation.

In the event of an evacuation, Government of Canada assisted departures will only be available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in Lebanon, as well as their accompanying spouse and dependent children. All travellers will require valid travel documents for their assisted departure. The required onward travel to Canada from a safe third location will be at your own expense.

Make sure your travel documents and those of your spouse and children are up to date and secure at all times.

You should consider leaving by commercial means now, if you can do so safely.

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Security situation in Beirut and southern Lebanon

The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent clashes along the border with Israel, including daily rocket and missile fire as well as air strikes. On January 2, 2024, explosions caused by suspected drone strikes occurred in the Dahiyeh district of Beirut, resulting in casualties. The attacks appear to be related to the ongoing conflict in the region and could lead to an escalation of hostilities in Lebanon.

Your safety and security could be at risk. If you intend to travel to Lebanon despite the advisory, you should consult local authorities and/or experienced local partners, plan a secure route, and monitor the security situation where you are travelling. Emergencies may require you to shelter in place with robust supplies of food, water and medications. Since October 2023, the Government of Canada has advised Canadians to leave Lebanon while commercial options remain available.

If you are in Lebanon, including in Beirut:

• be extremely vigilant and aware of your surroundings
• book a flight to leave the country
• expect a heightened security presence
• carry identification documents at all times
• avoid the area along the borders with Israel and Syria
• make sure your passport and travel documents are up-to-date, including those of your family
• register and update your contact information through the Registration of Canadians Abroad service and encourage other Canadian citizens in Lebanon to do so

Security situation

The security situation is precarious in Lebanon. Large-scale protests in response to the situation in Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip have lead to civil unrest, particularly in Beirut. Protestors have targeted foreign embassies and international organizations.

The country faces a major economic crisis, resulting in severe shortages of basic necessities including medicines and fuel. Tensions and altercations between individuals waiting at gas stations and pharmacies have occurred outside Beirut. The economic instability has also affected the delivery of public services, including healthcare.

The crime rate is on the rise. Decreasing resources within security forces affects law enforcement capabilities.

Pre-existing sectarian tensions, coupled with the spillover of the conflict in Syria, are also playing a destabilizing role in the country.

2SLGBTQI+ persons

2SLGBTQI+ persons are discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or sex characteristics.  Incitement to violence and attacks on 2SLGBTQI+ persons occur. On August 23, 2023, members of an organized group stormed a queer-friendly bar in Beirut and physically attacked clients.

There are reports of individuals using popular dating apps and websites to threaten, extort and blackmail 2SLGBTQI+ persons.

• Beware of people who show a keen interest online
• You could be the victim of a scam if you agree to meet with an online acquaintance
• Always meet new acquaintances in a secure and familiar location
• Inviting a stranger to your hotel room or apartment can be risky

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Areas South of Litani River

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) maintains additional peacekeepers south of the Litani River near the border with Israel due to the security situation. This region remains highly militarized and volatile. Rocket launches and border incidents resulting in casualties occasionally occur, provoking retaliatory attacks in this region and elsewhere in Lebanon.

Forces other than the Lebanese authorities exert significant control over parts of this region. Access restrictions may delay or prevent Canadian officials from providing assistance to citizens in these areas.

The international border between Lebanon and Israel is not entirely defined. UNIFIL enforces the Blue Line, which separates the two countries. Areas adjacent to the Blue Line are often heavily mined. The areas of Ghajar, Kfar Shouba Hills and Shebaa Farms are inaccessible from Lebanon. The border with Israel is closed.

Avoid all travel south of the Litani River, especially near the border with Israel due to ongoing military activity.

If you are travelling to the city of Tyre, use only the main coastal highway. Travel permits from Lebanese authorities and/or UNIFIL may be required to enter areas south of the Litani River that border Israel.

Southern Suburbs of Beirut

Armed groups are present in large parts of Beirut’s southern suburbs. These neighbourhoods are targets for organized crime and terrorist attacks causing deaths and injuries. Tactics used by terrorists include car bombing, suicide bombing and rocket fire. There is also a risk of kidnapping and you could be caught in violent clashes between armed groups.

North Lebanon

While Lebanese security forces have conducted operations in northern Lebanon to improve the security situation, some parts of the region remain unstable. Some of these areas have experienced inter-communal violence that can spread to outlying areas. Heavy weapons fire (machine guns, grenades and rocket-propelled grenades), sniper activity and terrorist incidents have occurred.

Extremist groups have sought refuge in northern Lebanon, including throughout Akkar District.

Border region with Syria

The security situation in regions bordering Syria has deteriorated as a result of the ongoing conflict. Armed groups as well as the Lebanese and Syrian military have carried out operations resulting in casualties. Tensions between armed groups have also increased in border areas, resulting in violent clashes and kidnappings.

The border is not always clearly marked.

North Eastern Bekaa Valley

The security situation in the North Eastern Bekaa Valley is volatile and there is an ongoing risk of sporadic violence, organized crime, and kidnapping.

Palestinian refugee camps

The security situation in Palestinian refugee camps and surrounding areas remains tense and unpredictable. Violence is common in some camps—particularly Ain el Helweh, near Saida, and Beddawi, near Tripoli.

Refugee camps are often located close to urban centres and are not always visibly demarcated. Exercise caution and remain aware of your whereabouts at all times in order to avoid unknowingly entering a camp. Palestinian authorities control the security in most camps and may delay or refuse to grant Canadian officials access to Canadian in these areas.

There’s a threat of terrorism. Attacks can occur at any time and any place in Lebanon.

Targets could include:

• government buildings, military installations and schools
• places of worship
• airports and other transportation hubs and networks
• public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Local authorities are on a high state of alert and carry out anti-terrorism operations across the country to prevent attacks. The potential for attacks and a rapid deterioration of the security situation remains across the country, including in Beirut.

There is a significant presence of terrorist groups in several areas of southern Lebanon, including in the southern suburbs of Beirut and the northern Bekaa Valley. Armed actors other than Lebanese authorities exert a large amount of control in some areas, and they may delay or prevent Canadian officials from assisting Canadians in the region.

Politically-motivated attacks also remain likely. A number of such attacks have taken place in the southern suburbs of Beirut.

Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places. Be particularly vigilant during sporting events, religious holidays and other public celebrations. Terrorists may use such occasions to mount attacks.

Lebanon is experiencing chronic fuel shortages. You may have some difficulties securing fuel.

There are frequent, prolonged and unpredictable closures of fuel stations. Long lineups have formed at gas stations, creating road blockades which have led to several accidents. Arguments and violent altercations, sometimes involving use of weapons have also occurred. Decrease in fuel quality has also been reported causing damages to vehicles.

Fuel and diesel shortages are also impacting other sectors such as:

• telecommunication, including internet
• water and waste collection
• shops, cafes and restaurants

The difficulty to access fuel and diesel has led to frequent unplanned closures of power generators and interruptions in the delivery of basic commodities such as water, flour, and gas.

Medicine and medical supplies

There are shortages of medicine and medical supplies. When available, these may be very costly. Such shortages have also significantly affected the health care sector, with many private hospitals closing or reducing their services.

Ensure that your emergency kit is complete.

Exchange rates and foreign currency

In recent months, the value of the Lebanese Pound has depreciated quickly against the US Dollar. As a result, there is a high inflation on prices of most goods and services. The economic situation could affect your ability to pay for goods and services.

There is also a severe shortage of foreign currency. It is very difficult to access US Dollars locally. Change in foreign currency may also not be available. While ATMs are generally stocked with Lebanese Pounds, there may be limits on daily withdrawals imposed by certain banks.

Many stores and companies no longer accept credit/debit cards.

• Plan accordingly
• Ensure that you have access to adequate cash
• Avoid carrying large sums of cash on yourself and keep foreign currency out of sight

Power disruptions

Power outages and rationing of electricity are common in many parts of the country, including in Beirut. They may affect critical infrastructure, such as hospitals. They could also affect other essential services such as food production and distribution.

Other services are often disrupted during such events, including:

• public water supply
• communications, mainly cellular telephone and Internet

Demonstrations

The deterioration of the security environment and the political uncertainty may lead to an increase in civil unrest at any time. Planned and spontaneous demonstrations related to the domestic and regional situations regularly occur in Lebanon, particularly in Beirut.

Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

The road to Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport is subject to sporadic closures, due to various factors including clashes between various local groups. Access to the airport may be unavailable for extended periods when the security situation deteriorates.

• Avoid all areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
• Allow extra time to get to and from the airport
• Follow the instructions of local authorities
• Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Kidnappings have occurred in the border areas with Syria, in the Bekaa Valley and could happen in other parts of Lebanon. In the southern suburbs of Beirut, foreigners and residents have been held against their will. Although most incidents of kidnapping typically involve Lebanese residents, foreigners have also been targeted. Maintain a high level of vigilance at all times.

Landmines and unexploded ordnance continue to pose a threat in some parts of the country, including south of the Litani River and near the northeastern border region.

• Look for posted landmine warnings
• Stay on paved roads
• Avoid walking or hiking in these areas.

Petty crime has significantly increased since 2020. Purse snatching, pick pocketing, car thefts, and residential break-ins, occur regularly.

There are reports of thefts at Beirut’s international airport. Criminals have stolen goods from luggage, looking especially for medications.

• Be vigilant in all crowded locations
• Don’t carry large sums of money
• Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times

Violent crime and sexual assault have also increased. Shooting incidents, especially at gas stations, have led to injuries and deaths of civilians.

There is a highly visible security presence throughout the country. 

• Exercise vigilance and appropriate safety precautions
• Carry personal documentation with you and follow the instructions of Lebanese security authorities

Road safety

Congestion and aggressive driving are serious problems throughout the country. Drivers often don’t respect the rules of the road, and traffic laws are not consistently enforced. Be cautious when crossing streets, as drivers don’t always give pedestrians and cyclists the right of way.

Road accidents and serious road rage incidents causing injury or death are common in Lebanon.

Road lighting is sporadic and unreliable in urban areas and virtually non-existent in rural areas. At night, many drivers use their high beams exclusively, often creating a serious hazard due to blinding glare. Increased power cuts have led to interruptions of traffic lights in the city centre, including at major intersections.

Public transportation

Avoid public transportation, which is crowded, unsafe and unreliable.

Foreigners using shared transportation have been victims of armed robbery, either by the driver or other passengers. Most major hotel chains will have an agreement with a reputable taxi company and can arrange the taxi for you.

• Don’t use shared or “service” taxis.
• Always pre-arrange transportation with a safe and reliable taxi company.
• Don’t hail taxis off the street and avoid using unmarked taxi services.

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Lebanese authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Lebanon.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

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Tourist visa: required Student visa: required Work visa: required Business visa: required

As a Canadian citizen, you must obtain a visa to visit Lebanon. Ensure you apply for the proper type of visa for the specific purpose of your trip. Visas are available at Lebanese diplomatic missions abroad or at any port of entry into Lebanon.

Make sure your visa is valid for the duration of your stay. An expired entry visa must be extended by Lebanese authorities or you will not be allowed to leave the country.

Entry stamp

Your passport must show a Lebanese entry stamp in order to exit the country. If you acquire a new passport while in Lebanon, you must present your old passport containing proof of entry to authorities upon departure.

Travel bans

Local authorities may issue travel bans that won’t allow you to enter or exit Lebanon, regardless of your nationality.

You may also be denied re-entry to Lebanon if you left Lebanon as a refugee. To ensure that you are not subject to a travel ban to re-enter Lebanon, contact the Lebanese authorities prior to your departure to Lebanon

Regional travel

Travel to or from Israel is illegal in Lebanon. You may be refused entry into Lebanon if your passport bears an Israeli visa, an Israeli border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp issued by an office bordering Israel, as such a stamp could indicate you visited Israel prior to visiting Lebanon.

South of the Litani River

Travel permits from Lebanese authorities and/or UNIFIL may be required to enter areas south of the Litani River bordering Israel.

Children and travel

Children travelling with only one parent may be required to provide an authorization letter from the other parent to exit Lebanon.

• Travelling with children

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.

* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

In this destination, rabies is commonly carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions , including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. In this destination, rabies treatment may be limited or may not be available, therefore you may need to return to Canada for treatment.  

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who are at high risk of exposure (e.g., occupational risk such as veterinarians and wildlife workers, children, adventure travellers and spelunkers, and others in close contact with animals). 

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid   is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.  

Cholera is a risk in parts of this country. Most travellers are at very low risk.

To protect against cholera, all travellers should practise safe food and water precautions .

Travellers at higher risk of getting cholera include those:

• visiting, working or living in areas with limited access to safe food, water and proper sanitation
• visiting areas where outbreaks are occurring

Vaccination may be recommended for high-risk travellers, and should be discussed with a health care professional.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Cases of locally-acquired   Middle East respiratory syndrome  (MERS) have been reported in this country.

MERS is a viral respiratory disease caused by the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).

Some people infected with MERS-CoV experience no symptoms, while others may experience mild flu-like or more severe pneumonia-like symptoms. About one-third of reported cases have result ed in death.

Eat and drink safely ,   and   avoid close contact with animals, especially camels. If you must visit a farm or market, make sure you practise good hygiene and  wash your hands  before and after contact with animals.

There is currently no licensed vaccine to protect against MERS.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

The medical services and supplies in Lebanon are being affected by the economic crisis and the fuel shortages. As such :

• air conditioning and lighting may be turned off
• non-essential medical treatment may be cancelled
• some sections of hospitals may have reduced capacity or be closed
• hospitals may refuse to admit patients due to the lack of space or supplies

Medical care facilities could be difficult to access and services can be expensive. Private facilities may not have access to basic resources and may be forced to close or reduce their services, increasing the pressures on the public health system.

Payment in advance is almost always required in private health care facilities.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Photography

It is prohibited to photograph or videotape government buildings or military personnel, equipment and installations.

Avoid photographing individuals without their permission.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.

Individuals charged with drug offences can expect to remain in jail and to be denied bail throughout the judicial process. This process often takes years.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Dress and behaviour

The dress code in Lebanon is more relaxed than most Middle Eastern countries.

To avoid offending local sensitivities:

• dress conservatively
• behave discreetly
• respect religious and social traditions

Ensure your travel insurance is valid for driving in Lebanon.

You must carry an international driving permit.

International Driving Permit

In 2025, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 28.

In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:

Lebanese law criminalizes sexual acts ''contradicting the laws of nature’’ and a ''man disguising as a woman.’’ These provisions may be interpreted broadly to arrest, detain and prosecute 2SLGBTQI+ persons. If you are convicted, you could face imprisonment.

Authorities regularly ban peaceful gatherings and events related to 2SLGBTQI+ issues.

2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Lebanon.

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Lebanon. However, local authorities will treat dual Canadian-Lebanese citizens as Lebanese nationals.

If local authorities consider you a citizen of Lebanon, they may refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. This will prevent us from providing you with those services.

Travellers with dual citizenship

Family law matters in Lebanon, including child custody and divorce-related decisions, are settled according to local religious laws.

Canadian custody documents, including Canadian court orders pertaining to custody, may not be automatically recognized or enforceable in Lebanon. 

Relatives frequently place travel bans on Canadians. If you are involved in custody or other family disputes, consult a lawyer for advice on how religious law in Lebanon may affect your family situation.

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Lebanon.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Lebanon by an abducting parent:

• act as quickly as you can
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Lebanon to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

• International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Emergency Watch and Response Centre

The currency is the Lebanese pound (LBP).

There is also a severe shortage of foreign currency. It is very difficult to access US Dollars locally. Change in foreign currency may not be available. While ATMs are generally stocked with Lebanese Pounds, there may be limits on daily withdrawals imposed by certain banks.

Traveller’s cheques are not accepted and will not be changed by local financial institutions.

Lebanon is located in a seismic zone. There have been several minor earthquakes in recent years.

In the winter months, mountain roads, including the main Beirut–Damascus highway, may be temporarily blocked or become impassable due to heavy snowfall. Flash floods can occur, rendering roads temporarily dangerous or impracticable.

Local services

In case of emergency, dial:

• police: 112
• medical assistance: 140
• firefighters: 175

Consular assistance

For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada in Beirut and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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• Cumulative Emergency Report-28-5-2024
• MoPH Condemns the Attack on Salah Ghandour Hospital
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 635/1 & 636/1 & 641/1 Date 15/5/2024
• Abiad Warns about the Outbreak of Diseases in Refugee Camps
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 540/1 Date 2/5/2024
• MoPH Announces 40 Cases of Viral Hepatitis A in Kamed al-Lawz
• MoPH Warns of the Danger of Rabies
• MoPH Systems and Programs Shut Down Friday for Maintenance
• MoPH Refutes Several Inaccuracies in the Statement of the Order of Physicians in Beirut
• MoPH Demands the Sanctioning of the Attackers at Dar Al-Chifae Hospital
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• MoPh Denounces the Al Habbariyya Raid
• MoPH Clarifies Rumors about Rice Cooking, Shelf Life, and Toxic Substances
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 280/1 Date 12/3/2024
• MoPH Comments on Its Appeal to Hand Over the Body of a Child: It Happened Yesterday
• MoPH Regrets Delays in Drug Delivery Due to Public Administration Strike
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 262/1 Date 6/3/2024
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• Monitoring of COVID-19 Infection In Lebanon - 10/1/2024
• Abiad Reassures Patients of Cancerous and Chronic Diseases
• MoPH Denounces the Targeting of the Health Authority Center
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 29/1 Date 9/1/2024
• Abiad Suspends the Contract with Bellevue Medical Hospital
• MoPH Shares the Pain of Cancer Patients
• Abiad Issues a Decree to Raise Kidney and Blood Dialysis Tariffs: We Stand by the Patient
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 1795/1 & 1796/1 Date 20/12/2023
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• MoPH Responds to Those Who Object to Tracking Nonsubsidized Medicine
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1602/1 Date 28/11/2023
• Announcement of Training Courses on the MediTrack System
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• Results of the Laboratory Technician Proficiency Exams 2023-2024
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1343/1 Date 17/10/2023
• Announcing a Study to Monitor NCD Risk Factors
• Al Abiad Announces Securing Hospital Payments for Dialysis
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1245/1 Date 3/10/2023
• Request for Quotation:Procurement of Maintenance of Generators for the Ministry of Public Health
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1141/1 Date 14/9/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1116/1 & 1117/1 & 1118/1 & 1131/1 Date 12/9/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1090/1 & 1091/1 Date 6/9/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 1017/1 & 1022/1 Date 28/8/2023
• Clarification from the MoPH on News of the Spread of Hemophilia A in Baalbek-Hermel
• Clarification from the Ministry of Public Health
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 994/1 & 995/1 & 996/1 Date 22/8/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 977/1 & 980/1 Date 21/8/2023
• MoPH Closed a Restaurant in Kabrishmoun for Poisoning a Number of People
• MoPH Denies Inaccurate News about a New Wave of Corona
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 922/1 Date 8/8/2023
• The Ministry of Public Health Announces the Evacuation of Patients from Saida Governmental Hospital
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 848/1 & 849/1 Date 27/7/2023
• Closing a Nursery for Child Abuse with the Red Wax
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 752/1 & 753/1 & 756/1 Date 4/7/2023
• The MoPH Shuts Down Twelve Aesthetic Centers
• Acute Watery Diarrhea Surveillance in Lebanon- 19/6/2023
• Measles Surveillance in Lebanon- 19/6/2023
• Letter Related to the Nomination of Hospital Pharmacovigilance Focal Points.
• The MoPH Declares End of Cholera Outbreak in Lebanon
• Issuance of a New Drugs Public Price List No.23/2/15106 Date 5/6/2023
• Cholera Surveillance in Lebanon- 2/6/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 563/1 & 564/1 & 569/1 & 570/1 & 571/1 & 572/1 & 573/1 Date 29/5/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 527/1 & 530/1 Date 18/5/2023
• The MoPH Shuts Down a Pharmacy and Refers 13 Supplies Import Companies to the Public Prosecution Office
• Issuance of New Decisions Related to Drug Pricing
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 476/1 Date 4/5/2023
• Issuance of a New Drugs Public Price List No.23/2/11529 Date 3/5/2023
• Administrative Procedures for Patient's Access to Drugs through Meditrack
• The MoPH Freezes Contract with the Rosary Sisters Hospital
• Issuance of Minister's Decision No. 412/1 of 25/4/2023 on Linking the Pharmacy Inventory Management System POS to MediTrack
• Issuance of Memorandum No.8 on Measles Case Management in Lebanon
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 382/1 Date 18/4/2023
• The WHO Provides Lebanon with the First Batch of Insulin
• Medicines and Medical Supplies were Donated by the Council of Arab Ministers for Health
• Request for Quotation: Procurement of an Antivirus Software
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 347/1 & 349/1 & 352/1 Date 11/4/2023
• Joint Statement on the Media Coverage of Suicide
• Request for Quotation: Procurement of Spare Parts for the Elevators at Al Nabatieh Public Hospital
• To All the Doctors Wishing to Attend a Training Course in Russia
• Minister Abiad Strongly Criticizes the Repeated Calls for Strike
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 297/1 Date 20/3/2023
• Steps to Obtain a Unique Health ID, Enter the Medical Record into Aman Program and Follow Up Through the Hotline 1214
• Issuance of Minister's Decision No. 276/1 of 14/3/2023 on the Amendment of Decision No. 228/1 of 6/3/2023
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 281/1&283/1&284/1&289/1 Date 14/3/2023
• The MoPH Opens an Investigation into the Incident at Sheikh Ragheb Harb University Hospital
• Issuance of Decision No.230/1 of 8/3/2023 on the Amendment of Decision No 945/1 of 3/10/2022 (Mechanism for Dispensing Drugs)
• Issuance of Decision No.231/1 of 8/3/2023 on the Formation of a Committee to Examine the Files of the Patients with Eye Diseases
• Request for Quotation: Procurement of Helium Tanks
• Request for Quotation: Procurement of IT Hardware
• The MoPH Confirms Nabih Berri Governmental Hospital Will Resume Normal Operation
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 143/1&147/1&148/1&149/1&150/1 Date 8/2/2023
• Update to the List of Products Exempted from the Implementation of the 2D Barcode
• Private Nurseries to Shut Tuesday and Wednesday Due to Seismic Events and Winter Storm
• Issuance of a New Drugs Public Price List on 1/2/2023
• Minister's Decision to Issue a Daily Index For the Prices of Unsubsidized Medicines
• Issuance of a New Drugs Public Price List Modified on 25/1/2023
• The MoPH Reports Huge Violations of Resolutions Regarding the Sale of Medical Supplies
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 98/1 Date 25/1/2023
• Abiad Says the Temporary Solution Ensures the Implementation of Pharmaceutical Tracking System
• The MoPH Announces Adjustment to Kidney Dialysis Session Tariff
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 67/1 & 68/1 Date 17/1/2023
• The MoPH Condemns the Attack on a Staff member At Miniyeh Hospital
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 28/1 & 29/1 Date 9/1/2023
• The MoPH Receives 300,000 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine Donated by France
• Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign Program - Second Stage
• A Counterfeit Batch of Cancer Medicine METHOTREX 50 mg (Methotrexate) Recalled
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 1443/1 Date 28/12/2022 & 1450/1 Date 29/12/2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1418/1 Date 20/12/2022
• The MoPH Deplores the Repeated Attacks on Medical and Nursing Staff
• The MoPH Recalls the Conditions for the Import of Food Supplements to Lebanon
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 1261/1 & 1280/1 & 1283/1 & 1290/1 Date 6/12/2022
• Launching of the Cholera Vaccination Campaign in Nursing Homes
• The MoPH Launches Emergency Health Intervention at Elderly Nursing Home in Abou Samra
• Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign Program - First Stage
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1130/1 Date 14/11/2022
• The MoPH Shuts Down a Nursery in Bchamoun after a Toddler Harmed an Infant
• The MoPH Issues a Decision on the Full Coverage for Suspected and Confirmed Cases of Cholera
• Memorandum No.41 Issued on 20/10/2022 on Cholera Case Management in Lebanon
• MoPH's Decision on the Mechanism for Dispensing Unsubsidized Medicines
• The MoPH Receives a New Batch of Assistance from Qatar Fund For Development
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1001/1 Date 12/10/2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 959/1 & 960/1 Date 4/10/2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 890/1 & 907/1& 912/1 Date 27/9/2022 & 28/9/2022
• Issuance of Decision No. 904/1 on the Exemption From COVID-19 Testing For Passengers at All Crossing Points
• "Vee Laser Clinic" and Its Branches Shut Down By Minister's Decision
• Issuance of a Memorandum No.31 Regarding the Updated Recommendations for COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Period
• Joint Coordination with the Pediatric Society under the National Immunization Program
• The MoPH Condemns the Attack on a Physician at Tripoli's Islamic Hospital
• 34 Governmental Hospitals and 14 Health Facilities Received Diesel Donation from Qatar Fund For Development
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 812/1 Date 6/9/2022
• Minister's Circular Urging all Hospitals Not to Allow Patients to Leave the Emergency Unless After Providing a Bed for Them
• The MoPH Conducts an Investigation into the Death of a Patient in one of Beirut's Hospitals
• The MoPH: Training Sessions on Beauty Care Cancelled for Being Conducted by Frauds
• The MoPH Shuts Down an Aesthetic Center in Down Town For Operating without a Legal License
• The MoPH: None of the Ministry's Employees is Involved in the Reported Theft of Money Allocated for Physicians
• The MoPH: Preventive Measures to Be Followed Inside Beirut Port and in Its Surroundings after the Air Test Results were Released
• Reminder of the Preventive Measures Related to the Potential Collapse of New Parts of Beirut Port Silos
• Minister Abiad Announces Investigation into Reported Shortage of Cancer Medicines
• The MoPH Reveals the Amount of Baby and Infant Formula Made available on the Market
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No. 755/1 & 756/1 & 757/1 & 758/1 Date 18/8/2022
• The MoPH Receives Third Financial Assistance from Qatar Fund For Development
• Minister Abiad: The BDL Pays on a Regular Basis the Amounts Due For the Dialysis Supplies Companies
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 700/1 Date 2/8/2022
• Preventive Measures Announced with Regard to the Potential Collapse of Parts of Beirut Port Silos
• Coming Soon:
• Pfizer Marathon Week from 4 to 7 July 2022
• Postponement of Colloquium Test for Licensed Medical Laboratory Technologists
• The MoPH Instructs all the Hospitals in Northern Lebanon to Admit The Injured at Its Own Expense
• The MoPH: A Clinic Run by Two Persons Posed as Plastic Surgeons Closed in Bourj Hammoud
• The Beqaa Health Service Closed 4 Butcher Shops for Selling Contaminated Meat
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 612/1 Date 20/6/2022
• The MoPH Recommends Adherence to COVID-19 Preventive Measures, Stressing the Importance of Vaccination
• Issuance of a new Drugs Public Price List Modified on 20/6/2022
• The MoPH Pursues Open Investigation into the Death of the Child Yasmine
• The MoPH Confirms First Case of Monkeypox in Lebanon
• The MoPH: This is the Reason behind the Spread of Hepatitis A
• The Reported Possible Cases of Monkeypox are Being Investigated and Samples are Sent for Testing
• The MoPH Confirms 174 Cases of Jaundice and Calls on to Obtain the Information Exclusively from the Ministry
• The MoPH Proceeded with the Testing of Drinking Water in Tripoli after 49 Cases of Hepatitis A Had Been Reported
• The Media Office of Minister Abiad Announced He Had Tested Positive for COVID-19
• The MoPH Referred the File of the Governmental Hospital Incident to the Central Inspection
• The MoPH Announced an Investigation Into the Incident that Occurred in one of the Governmental Hospitals
• List of Candidates for the Position of President and Member of the Council of the Syndicate of Dietitians
• Taamim No. 23 on the Identification of Monkeypox cases
• The MoPH Understands the Reasons which Led the Physicians and Hospitals Staff to Protest, but not at the Expense of Patients
• Minister Abiad: The Health System Needs Solidarity of all Stakeholders
• The MoPH: There Is no Confirmed or Suspected Case of Monkeypox in Lebanon
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 524/1 Date 23/5/2022
• The MoPH's Announcement for the Election of the President and Council of the Syndicate of Dietitians
• Minister Abiad's Office Reaffirms that there is no Intention to Lift Subsidies for Cancer Medicines
• All Nurseries in Lebanon Will be Closed Next Monday
• Abiad: The Medicines are Stored in the Refrigerators and we Urge all Concerned to Find Sustainable Solution for Drug Supply Center
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 446/1 Date 9/5/2022
• Minister Abiad: Funding the Import of Medicines on the Agenda of the Upcoming Cabinet Session
• Health Minister's Office: The Demands of the RHUH Staff are not Treated with Disregard
• The MoPH Instructs Northern Hospitals to Admit the People Injured after Migrant Boat Capsized
• A Butcher Shop Shut Down over Selling Mixed Meat as Fresh
• Minister Abiad Issues a Decision to Increase the Tariff of Dialysis Sessions
• The MoPH Warns against the Consumption of the Poisonous Puffer Fish
• The MoPH Requests Recall of Kinder Products over Potential Salmonella Contamination
• The MoPH Confirms that Morphine-like Drug Is available in the Market
• The Ministry of Public Health Warns People against the Danger of Eating Mushrooms
• The Ministry of Public Health Explained the Reason Behind the Shortage of Morphine
• Abiad: Patients shouldn't Be Turned Down and I will Help Hariri Hospital's Employees while Abiding by the Law
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.364/1 Date 4/4/2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.355/1 Date 31/3/2022
• Tuberculosis Screening Campaign in all the Tuberculosis centers
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.272/1 & 273/1 & 274/1 Date 15/3/2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26&27-2-2022
• Elections of the Council of the Syndicate of Psychotherapists and Psychoanalysts to be Held Tomorrow
• The MoPH Announces the Closure of the UAE Center Following the Drop in the Number of COVID-19 Cases
• The MoPH Ensures that Safe and Effective Vaccines are Strictly Used
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19&20&21&22&23&24-2-2022
• Accepted Applications Nominated for Positions of Head and Member of Syndiacte of Psychologists
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.193/1 Date 22/2/2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18-2-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12&13&14&15&16-2-2022
• COVID-19 National Vaccination Campaign FAQs about COVID-19 Vaccine
• MoPH Publishes List of Drugs that have Arrived and that will Arrive to Lebanon
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.163/1 Date 15/2/2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5&6&7&8&9&10-2-2022
• Minister of Health Confirms that the Breach on MOPH PASS Platform was Handled
• Maintenance on MOPH PASS Platform
• Minister of Health Requests to Tighten Security Measures and to Investigate the MOPHPASS Platform Breach
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30&31-1-2022 & 1&2&3&4-2-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26&27&28-1-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22&23&24&25-1-2022
• The MoPH's Procedure to Gather the Vaccine Doses Administered Inside and Outside Lebanon in the Lebanese Certificate Exclusively
• Abiad: The File of the Airport's PCR Test Money Now Before the Court of Audit
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.82/1 Date 26/1/2022
• MoPH Statement on How to Obtain the PCR Result through the MOPH PASS
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19&20&21-1-2022
• MOPH PASS Down for Maintenance Today, January 21, 2022 from 5 to 6 pm, Beirut Time
• The MoPH Confirms that the Vaccines Can still be Used for Three More Months
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15&16&17-1-2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.56/1 Date 19/1/2022
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.29/1 Date 17/1/2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14-1-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11&12-1-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7&8&9-1-2022
• Memorandum No.1 of 12/1/2022 Issued by the Minister on the Updated Period of COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5&6-1-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-1-2022
• The MoPH Reduces the PCR Cost at the Airport
• Pfizer Marathon to Take Place this Weekend, Targeting the Educational Sector and anyone who Wants to Take the Vaccine
• Procedures for All Incoming Passengers to Lebanon starting 10/1/2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2-1-2022
• The MoPH: Cases of COVID and Influenza Double Infection are Expected, but Not a Cause for Concern
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-12-2021&1-1-2022
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28&29-12-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-12-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24-12-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19&20&21&22&23-12-2021
• Procedures For Incoming Passengers
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-12-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14&15&16&17-12-2021
• Procedures for All Incoming Passengers to Lebanon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&7&8&9&10-12-2021
• Statement Issued by The Committee Tasked with Following up COVID-19 Preventive Measures
• The MoPH and the Central Inspection Welcomed the European Commission’s Decision on the Vaccine Certificate of Equivalence
• The MoPH Confirms Two Cases of Omicron Variant
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5-12-2021
• Volunteers Needed for the MoPH's Vaccination Campaign
• Pfizer Marathon to Take Place this Weekend, Targeting all Age Groups
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1402/1 & 1406/1 Date 6/12/2021 & 1432/1 Date 7/12/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-12-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-11&1&2-12-2021
• Third Dose Pfizer Marathon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24&25&26&27&28-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21&22-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-11-2021
• The MoPH: The Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Now Available at a Subsidized Price
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14&15&16&17-11-2021
• Proactive Measures Taken by the MoPH to Prevent Shortages of Drug Addiction Treatment
• Issuance of a new drugs public price list modified on 15/11/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10-11-2021
• Abiad Set to Visit Santa Maria Elderly Care Center with al-Hajjar
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&7-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3&4&5-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1-11-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 31-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22&23&24&25-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15&16-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12&13-10-2021
• The MoPH: Death Toll From Tayouneh Clashes Rises To 7
• The MoPH Requests all Hospitals to Treat the Injured at its Own Expense
• 6 People Were Killed and 32 Injured in Tayouneh Clashes So Far
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11-10-2021
• Recommendations of the National Committee for COVID-19 Vaccine on the Administration of the Third Dose
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7&8-10-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5&6-10-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 1147/1 Date 30/9/2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1136/1 & 1137/1 & 1138/1 & 1140/1 Date 27/9/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10&11&12&13&14&15-9-2021
• Request for Quotation- Procurement of an Accounting Software
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1117/1 & 1126/1 Date 10/9/2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1070/1 & 1071/1 & 1076/1 Date 10/9/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28&29&30&31-8&1&2&3-9-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1032/1 Date 1/9/2021
• COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Bus is now available
• All Seized Medicines and Infant Formulas to be Distributed to The Ministry's Dispensaries and PHC Centers
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24&25&26&27-8-2021
• The MoPH Launches National Campaign for COVID-19 Vaccination
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18&19-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15-8-2021
• The Moph Confirms that the Case of Fuel Storage by a Hospital Director has been Referred to the Judicial Authorities
• The MoPH: 30 People Killed and 34 Injured Now Receiving Treatment at Hospitals Following Al-Tleil Blast
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.995/1 Date 18/8/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11&12&13-8-2021
• The MoPH Explains How the Exchange Rate for Non-Subsidized Medicines Has Been Set
• The Vaccination Record Cards Issued by the Official Vaccine Platform Do not Need to be Certified
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7&8&9-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3&4&5&6-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-7&1-8-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28&29&30-7-2021
• The Moph Issues Guidelines to Follow In Cases of Dog Bite, Snakebite or Scorpion Sting
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-7-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22&23&24-7-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21-7-2021
• The MoPH Resumes Today the Walk-in Service for Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19&20-7-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18-7-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17-7-2021
• The MoPH Resumes the Walk-in Service for the AstraZeneca Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15&16-7-2021
• Minister Hasan Allows the Emergency Import and Registration of Drugs
• The MoPH: Procedures to Address the Medicine Crisis
• The Ministry of Public Health Introduces Application Forms for Exceptional Vaccination Cases
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12&13&14-7-2021
• An Announcement Issued by the Minister of Public Health, Hamad Hassan
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11-7-2021
• Temporary Freeze of Walk-In
• Minister Hasan Opens an Investigation into the Death of Baby Jouri
• The MoPH: the Electronic Vaccination Records Do not Need to Be Certified
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5&6-7-2021
• No Vaccination Record Cards are Issued for Vaccinated People not Enrolled in the Official Platform
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3&4-7-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-6&1-7-2021
• MoPH Closes Four Nurseries and Supsends their Licenses
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&8-6-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21&22&23&24-6-2021
• The MoPH Denies Issuing Statement of the First Confirmed Case of the Indian Variant
• Pfizer Marathon to Continue Tomorrow; the Number of Vaccinated People Exceeds 8500 Today
• Grabajab.com to Book an Appointment for Pfizer Marathon and avoid Crowds
• Pfizer Marathon on June 25-26 for People aged 50 and Above
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18&19&20-6-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.812/1 Date 23/6/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15&16-6-2021
• The MoPH Announces the Resumption of Reception of TB Patients at the TB Center, Karantina
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12&13&14-6-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.772/1 Date 14/6/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8&9&10-6-2021
• The MoPH to Reduce the Age of Target Group to 53 Tomorrow
• The MoPH: Pfizer Marathon Saturday and Sunday for Residents above 55 and People with Disabilities
• Pfizer Marathon this Weekend to Target Residents aged 55 and over and People with Disabilities
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4&5-6-2021
• Pfizer Vaccine Marathon to Take Place Sunday
• The MoPH: Lebanon Classed as "Green" in France's New Travel Rulebook as Cases Decline
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-5&1&2-6-2021
• The MoPH: the Pfizer Marathon's Launching is under Study and Will not Target People under Age 60
• COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Platform
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.714/1 Date 31/5/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28&29-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22-5-2021
• Arrival of 15th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21&22-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16&17-5-2021
• The Moph Plans to Widen Vaccination Scope and Clarifies the AstraZeneca Walk-ins Strategy
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14&15&16-5-2021
• Arrival of 14th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12&13-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11&12-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 8&9&10-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 7&8-5-2021
• Arrival of 13th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 5&6-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 3&4&5-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 1&2-5-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 29&30-4-2021
• Arrival of 12th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 27&28&29-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 24&25-4-2021
• List of the Laboratories Authorized by the Ministry of Public Health to Perform PCR Tests- 26/4/2021
• Arrival of 11th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 22&23&24-4-2021
• MoPH Clarifies The Reason for The Delay in The Arrival of The AstraZeneca Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 21-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights that Arrived on 19&20-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-4-2021
• Arrival of 10th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13-4-2021
• An Electronic Address to Help Follow up the Messages Received to Schedule Vaccination Appointments
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11-4-2021
• Request for Quotation for Procurement of Installation of Negative Pressure Systems
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8&9&10-4-2021
• Arrival of 9th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5&6&7&8-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5-4-2021
• Request for Quotation for Procurement of Oxygen Related Equipment
• Request for Quotation for Accessories for COVID-19 Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1/2/3-4-2021
• Arrival of 8th Shipment of the Pfizer Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-3 &1-4-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28&29-3-2021
• Issuance of Minister's Decision on the cancellation of PCR Tests for Travellers who Received The Covid-19 Vaccine
• Issuance of Memo No. 33 on 30/3/2021 on A Warning of Faking PCR Test Results
• Issuance of Memo No. 32 on 30/3/2021 on The Amendment of the Target Groups for The Covid-19 Vaccine
• The Moph: The Remdesivir has been Added to the Hospitalization Bill
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27-3-2021
• The MoPH: The Seventh Shipment of Pfizer Vaccine Arrives to Lebanon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22&23-3-2021
• Lebanon Received 33600 Doses of The AstraZeneca Vaccine as First Batch
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21-3-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.424/1 Date 23/3/2021
• Issuance of Circular No. 14/2 on the Procedures Required by all Passengers Arriving to Lebanon
• The MoPH: The Hotlines 1214 and 1787 are Now Available Free of Charge
• The Sixth Shipment of Pfizer Vaccine Arrives in the Afternoon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18&19-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16&17&18-3-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.403/1 Date 19/3/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15&16-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14-3-2021
• The MoPH: The Vaccine is a National Responsibility, not a Subject of Media Hype
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12&14-3-2021
• A New Shipment of Pfizer Vaccine Arrives in the Afternoon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&9&10-3-2021
• MOPH: Announcing that Vaccines are Available at High Prices will Lead to the Prosecution of the Perpetrator
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3&5&6&8-3-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.360/1 & 361/1 Date 10/3/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&7&8-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5&6-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3&4-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1-3-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&27&28-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-2-2021
• The MoPH: There will be no Exceptional Vaccination Campaigns
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24&25-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22&23-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21-2-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.291/1 & 292/1 Date 22/2/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18&19&20-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16&17-2-2021
• The MoPH: Appointments for COVID-19 Vaccines are Booked through the Official Platform
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&13&14-2-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.233/1 Date 16/2/2021
• The First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccines to Arrive Soon
• How to Register on COVAX Platform to get the COVID-19 Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11-2-2021
• The Ministry of Public Health Announces the Arrival of the First Shipment of Vaccines
• The Ministry of Public Health Announces it had Reactivated the Hotline 1214 for any Inquiry Regarding the Vaccine
• Announcement of the Plan To Follow Up the Partial and Gradual Opening of Educational Institutions
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9-2-2021
• Minister Hasan's Media Office Denied the Vaccines had Been Distributed on the Basis of Political Preferences
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&7&8-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4&5&6-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 31-1-2021&1&2-2-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28&29-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26&27-1-2021
• Request for Consultancy Services for Information Technology Analyst
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24&25-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22&23-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20&21-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-1-2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.87/1 & 89/1 & 90/1 Date 20/1/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17-1-2021
• Minister Hasan Signs the First Payment of Dues to Hospitals for the Treatment of COVID-19 Patients
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15-1-2021
• MoPH: the Devices at the Sports City are Portable Ventilators, not ICU Ventilators
• MoPH: We Comply with Specific Standards for the Procurement of Ventilators
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&12&13-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9 & 11-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9 & 10-1-2021
• The MoPH Launches New Hotline 1787
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.59/1 Date 12/1/2021
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.54/1 Date 11/1/2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8 & 9-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6 & 7-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5&6-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-1-2021
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1&2-1-2021
• Closure of all Nurseries across Lebanon for the Entire Week
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-12-2020
• The Cost of PCR Test at Governmental Hospitals Reduced to LBP 100,000 Starting Monday
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27-12-2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1896/1 Date 28/12/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22, 23, 24, 25 & 26-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22 &23-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19&20&21-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18 & 19-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16, 17 & 18-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15 & 16-12-2020
• Request for Quotation for 5 Negative Pressure ICU - COVID19-005 - 17-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13 & 14-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11&12&13-12-2020
• Ministries of Public Health and Information Together "Ma3an" Against Corona
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8&9-12-2020
• Bishop Darwish Visits Minister Hasan
• Another Batch of Seasonal Influenza Vaccines Arrives in Lebanon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&5&6-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1&4&5-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1&2-12-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28&30-11-2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1685/1 & 1694 & 1695 Date 1/12/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28&29-11-2020
• Announcement to all Importers and Distributors of Drugs in Lebanon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26&27&28-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24&25-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22&23-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19&20&21-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18-11-2020
• Minister Hasan Inaugurates a New COVID-19 Patient Ward at Rafik Hariri University Hospital
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17-11-2020
• Minister Hasan Signs an Agreement with the Syndicate of Hospitals in Lebanon
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12&13&14-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&12-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8&9-11-2020
• Memorandum Issued on the Examination of Contacts and Discharging Patients from Isolation and Quarantine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7&8-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4-11-2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1518/1 Date 6/11/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-10 & 1&2-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 31-10&1-11-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28&29&30-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24&25&26&27-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22&23-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&19-10-2020
• MoPH: Unofficial PCR Test Results were Sent to the Citizens
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16&17&18-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15&16-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14&15-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12&13&14-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-10-2020
• Decisions of the Minister of Public Health to Close Three Pharmacies
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11-10-2020
• Hasan Launches The New Technique For The Diagnosis of COVID-19 Infection
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8&9-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&8-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6&7-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5&6-10-2020
• Request for Expression of Interest- 8/10/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5-10-2020
• Memorandum Issued by the Minister on the Mechanism for the Use of Influenza Vaccine
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4-10-2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1352/1 and 1359/1 and 1360/1 and 1361/1 Date 2/10/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 2&3-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1&2-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1-10-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29&30-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 28&29-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27&28-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26&27-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26-9-2020
• 16 Positive Cases among the Passengers on Flights to Beirut in the Last Two Days
• MOPH: PCR Tests are not Available for Free for Everyone at the Italian Field Hospital
• The Ministry of Health Denies Incorrect Information on the Drugs Application
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23&24-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21&22&23-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20 & 21-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19-9-2020
• Issuance of Two Decisions on the Implementation of the Barecode on Drugs
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18&19-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17&18-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16&17-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15&16-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14&15-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13&14-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11&12-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10&11-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9&10-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6 & 7 & 8 - 9 - 2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4&5&6-9-2020
• PCR Results of Passengers That Arrived on 3&4&5-9-2020
• Additional PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 3&4-9-2020
• Ministry of Health: Quarantine is Mandatory for Those In Contact with Positive Cases Throughout the Incubation Period
• Updated List of the Names of the Beirut Port Explosion Martyrs
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 31-8 & 2-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1&2-9-2020
• List of Field Hospitals That Treat Patients For Free
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 31-8-2020 and 1-9-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30&31-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29 & 30-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27 &28 &29-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26 &27 &28-8-2020
• Clarification from the Ministry of Public Health Regarding the Tests Conducted in Qubb Elias
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26&27-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25&26-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24 & 25-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22-23 & 24-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 21-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20-8-2020 and 21-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 20-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19-8-2020 and 20-8-2020
• MoPH Media Office Issued General Mobilization Instructions
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 18-8-2020 and 19-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-8-2020 and 17-8-2020 and 18-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-8-2020 and 17-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15-8-2020
• Additional PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14-8-2020 and Additional Results of Flights on 12-8-2020 and 13-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 13-8-2020 and Additional Results of 11-8-2020
• Additional PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-8-2020
• Minister Hasan Asked Customs to Report on Expired Drugs
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-8-2020 and Additional Results of 10-8-2020 and 11-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 10-8-2020 and Additional Results of Flights on 8-8-2020 and 9-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 9-8-2020 and 8-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 8-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7-8-2020
• Additional PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 6-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 4-8-2020
• List of the Names of all the Victims whose Bodies are at the Governmental Hospitals
• Additional PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1-8-2020 and 2-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 1 & 2-8-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 30-7-2020 and 31-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29-7-2020 and 30-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 29-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 27 & 28-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 26 & 27-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 25 & 26-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 24 & 25-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23 & 24-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 23-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 22-7-2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.976/1 Date 23/7/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 19-7-2020 and 18-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 17-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 16-7-2020
• Ministry of Health Announced The Follow Up of The PCR Results of Incoming Passengers
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 15-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 14-7-2020
• The Ministry's 1214 Hotline Services Suspended
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.919/1 Date 13/7/2020 and 955/1 Date 14/7/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 12-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 11-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived On 8-7-2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 7/7/2020
• PCR Results of Flights That Arrived on 5-7-2020
• PCR Results of Passengers That Arrived on 1/7/2020 and 2/7/2020
• Issuance of Circular No. 99 About Travelers Coming To Lebanon
• Training of Volunteers to Support Quarantined Citizens to Use MoPH’s Digital Platforms And Facilitate Follow up Procedures
• Download the Official MOPH Mobile App: (New version)
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.694/1 and 695/1 Date 24/6/2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.626/1 Date 10/6/2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.553/1 Date 27/5/2020
• Statement Issued by the Ministry of Public Health
• Nine Positive Cases among the Passengers Returning from Accra, Kinshasa, Frankfurt and South Sudan
• Statement on the Need to Strictly Comply with Home-Quarantine and Wear Face Masks
• Lab Results of Passengers Returning From Moscow, Minsk, Kuwait, Douala, Bahrain, Dubai, London and Ukraine
• Hasan: Nurseries are to be Prepared to Reopen in June
• The Latest Lab Results for the Lebanese Expats
• Lab Results of the Passengers Returning from Nigeria and Qatar
• Lab Results of the Passengers Returning from Riyadh Six Passengers on the Flight from Qatar were Retested
• Lab Results of Expats Returning across Masnaa and Abboudieh Border Crossings
• Lab Results of the Passengers Returning to Lebanon on May 3- 4
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.499/1 Date 5/5/2020
• The Lab Results of the Passengers Returning from Conakry and Riyadh
• Lab Results of Passengers on Tuesday Flights(Second Phase of the Return of Expatriates)
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.474/1 and 475/1 Date 30/4/2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.462/1, 463/1 and 466/1 Date 28/4/2020
• A Media Statement About Not Linking Violence to Mental Disorders
• The Results of Tests Performed on 20/04/2020
• The Lab Results of the Passengers on the Plane from London
• The Lab Results of the Passengers on the Planes from Paris, Jeddah and Gabon are Negative
• The Lab Results of the Passengers on the Planes from Kuwait, Dubai, Luanda and Rome are Negative
• The lab Results of the Passengers on the Planes from Madrid and Paris
• The Lab Results of the Passengers on the Planes from Istanbul and Kinshasa
• Request for Quotation for PPE- 4/4/2020
• Request for Quotation to Purchase 70 Ventilators for the Governmental Hospitals- 28/3/2020
• Request for Quotation for PPE- 21/3/2020
• List of Hospitals Eligible for SARS-CoV-2 Testing Using RT-PCR
• Form to be Filled out by the Lebanese Expats
• New Hotline for COVID-19
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 31/3/2020
• Issuance of a Circular and Four Administrative Memorandums Related to COVID-19
• Daily Report on COVID-19 of 30/3/2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.370/1 Date 27/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 23/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 22/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 20/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 19/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 17/3/2020
• Daily Report on Covid-19 of 15/3/2020
• Issuance of the Daily Report on COVID-19 of 12/3/2020
• Statement Issued By Notre Dame de Secours-Jbeil Hospital
• Warning Regarding Hydroxychloroquine Drug
• Statement Issued on March 16, 2020
• Issuance of Memorandum No. 53 of 17/3/2020 on filling out the traveller's form on board all the planes flying to Lebanon
• Issuance of Circular No. 52 of 16/3/2020 on Reporting the Results of COVID-19 Tests
• The Daily Report on the Latest COVID-19 updates at Rafik Hariri University Hospital
• Minister Hasan to Hold a Meeting With the Parliament's Health Committee in the Afternoon
• Statement Issued on March 11, 2020
• Issuance of the Daily Report on COVID-19 of 11/3/2020
• The First Coronavirus Death Confirmed in Lebanon
• MoPH Launches a New Awareness Campaign on COVID-19
• Issuance of Circular No. 46 of 9/3/2020 by the Director General Concerning the Measures that Should be Taken by the Health Institutions to Prevent the Spread of Coronavirus
• Issuance of the National Epidemiological Surveillance Program Bulletin on COVID-19 on 8/3/2020
• Statement of 6/3/2020 on the coronavirus case at Notre Dame de Secours Hospital
• Report of Rafik Hariri University Hospital: Coronavirus Cases Increased to 15
• A New Confirmed Coronavirus Case In Lebanon
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.298/1 Date 5/3/2020
• Rafik Hariri University Hospital Report: The Total Number of Infections in Lebanon Increased to 16
• Statement Issued on March 4, 2020 Regarding nCoV-19 Laboratory Tests Done In Private Laboratories
• COVID-19- Daily Situation Report
• New Press Release Issued on 3/3/2020
• Issuance of the Circular No.38 of 2/3/2020 to the Primary Healthcare centers on the need to abide by the preventive measures against COVID-19
• Three New Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed
• Statement of March 2, 2020 on the Preventive Measures Against COVID-19 in the Institutions That Have Contact With the Public
• The Ministry of Public Health Reminds the Decision to Close the Nurseries till March 8
• Press Release Concerning Coronavirus Situation in Lebanon
• The Ministry of Public Health Warns against the Spread of Fake News
• The Ministry of Public Health: Three New Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed
• Rafik Hariri Hospital: 3 New Cases Confirmed and 16 Quarantined
• The Ministry of Public Health Confirms That the Epidemiological Situation in Lebanon is Still in the Phase of Containment
• Decision on the Closure of Nurseries
• Statement of Clarification Issued by the Press Office
• Issuance of the Circular of the Minister No.36 of 27/2/2020 on the Preventive Measures against Coronavirus in Nurseries
• The Ministry of Public Health: Third Case of Coronavirus Confirmed
• Provision of TPA Services in Primary Healthcare Centers (Invitation of Expression of Interest EOI for Specialised Companies)
• Guidance on Home Isolation
• Rafik Hariri Hospital's Latest Updates on Coronavirus: 25 People have been Tested for Coronavirus; none of them Needed Hospital Care
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.207/1 Date 20/2/2020
• The Ministry of Public Health Reminds the Pharmacies to Adhere to the New Prices of Infant Formula
• Statement Issued by the Ministry of Public Health on the Measures Followed with Regard to the People Coming from China
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.172/1 Date 12/2/2020
• Issuance of Infant Formulas (from 0 to 1 year) Public Price list
• Circular Issued by the Minister of Public Health on Hospitalization
• Influenza and Coronavirus Prevention Guidance
• No Cases of Coronavirus Infection among the Lebanese in Wuhan
• Statement Concerning The Ship Coming From The Far East
• Statement Denying Allegations of the Emergence of the First Case of Corona Virus Infection in Tripoli
• MoPH: Influenza Epidemiological Indicators within the Expected Level
• Clarification about the Health Coverage of Road Traffic Accidents
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.143/1 Date 21/1/2020
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.3/1 and 5/1 Date 3/1/2020
• Statement Issued by the Media Office: All Allegations and Claims are Referred to the lebanese Justice
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2586/1 Date 18/12/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2462/1 Date 02/12/2019
• Office of the Minister of Public Health: The Pharmaceutical Storage Project Raised the Medicine's Quality to Higher Levels
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.2345/1 and 2346/1 Date 18/11/2019
• Jabak's Media Office: A Young Child from Tripoli to Receive Medical Care at the Expense of the Ministry of Public Health
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 2305/1 Date 12/11/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.2265/1 , 2267/1 and 2268/1 Date 6/11/2019
• Issuance of Decision No. 2291/1 of 7/11/2019 on Printing the Expiration Date on Drugs' Packaging
• Statement of the Minister of Public Health's Office in Response to the Allegations and False Claims Regarding the Patient Ramadan
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No. 2245/1 Date 30/10/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.2153/1 and 2162/1 Date 29/10/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1944/1 Date 24/9/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1927/1 Date 19/9/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1912/1 Date 18/9/2019
• Issuance of Decision No. 1894/1 of 17/09/2019 on the Necessary Preparations for the Implementation of the 2D Barcode on Drugs
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1859/1 Date 12/9/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1807/1 , 1815/1 and 1819/1 Date 4/9/2019
• Results of Laboratory Technician Competence Exam for Students Applying for Professional Practice License of 10 and 11 July 2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1700/1 Date 23/8/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1682/1 Date 22/8/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.1666/1 , 1667/1 and 1669/1 Date 21/8/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1638/1 Date 19/8/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1606/1 Date 9/8/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1531/1 Date 2/8/2019
• The Moph Denies Claims over the Establishment of a New Governmental Hospital in Baalbeck Funded by Iran
• The Ministry of Public Health Explains the Circumstances of Hepatitis A in Sarafand
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1430/1 Date 24/7/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1222/1 Date 1/7/2019
• Laboratory Technician Competence Exams Scheduled for Students Applying for Professional Practice License
• Statement of the Minister of Public Health on al-Aridi's Case
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1046/1 Date 11/6/2019
• Statement Concerning the Disagreement between Saida Governmental Hospital's Director and Employees
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.822/1 Date 14/5/2019
• Statement on the Latest Developments in the Case of Patient Diana Akel
• Statement Concerning the Death of Raghed Kais
• Minister of Public Health's Office: 4 People were Bitten by Snakes within two Days and the Reports on the Case of one of them are Exaggerated
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.592/1 Date 8/4/2019
• The Media Office of the Minister of Public Health Explains the Cause of Death of Melania Hajj and Marvin Hobeiqa
• The Ministry of Public Health Denounces the Policeman's Attack against a Woman with Mental Disorder
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.525/1 Date 28/3/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.515/1 Date 27/3/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.495/1 Date 26/3/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.493/1 Date 26/3/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.473/1 and No.474/1 and No.475/1 Date 20/3/2019
• Office of Jabak: The Job Announcement Allegedly Published by the Ministry of Public Health is False
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.368/1 Date 11/3/2019
• Jabak Denounced the Attack on Dr. Abou Shami: The Perpetrators Should be Identified and Held Accountable
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.255/1 Date 20/2/2019
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according toMinister's Decision No.231/1 Date 4/2/2019
• New List of Drugs Pricing Reduction from 17/1/2019 till 1/2/2019
• Memorandum No.4 of 6/2/2019 that Calls on the Inspection Doctors to Sign the Patient's Paperworks instead of the TPA's Representatives
• MoPH: Closure of Two Unlicensed Beauty Centers in Hadath and Furn el Chebbak
• Moph: Prevention Guidance following the Storm Repercussions
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.180/1 Date 30/1/2019
• MoPH: the Sweden's Offer to Sell Lebanon Cancer Drugs, a Lie
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.145/1 Date 25/1/2019
• Hasbani Reminded Hospitals to Accept Emergency Cases even if Payment is not Provided
• MoPH Explains what Happened at Al Makassed Hospital
• MoPH: "Al-Akbar" Newspaper Tarnishes again its Credibility by Spreading False News
• Hasbani Closes the Nurseries in Beirut Friday
• MoPH: Atris Received Treatment in the Hospital at our Expenses. We Call on the Residents to Respect Traffic Laws
• Hasbani Forms a Committee to Implement the Infrastructure of the Health Care Card
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.74/1 Date 15/1/2019
• MoPH: Parents shall Decide whether or not to Send their Kids to the Nurseries
• Moph: A Dispensary Closed at Wadi El Zayni
• MoPH Closes a Medical Clinic on Hadi Nasrallah Highway and withdraws the Licenses of Two Doctors
• MoPH Calls on the Nurseries Located at Areas 700 m and up to Close Tuesday
• MoPH Calls on the Nurseries to Close Wednesday because of the Storm
• MoPH Closes Medical and Beauty Clinics Employing Turkish Doctors
• Moph: The Amounts Due to Hospitals were Transferred to the Ministry of Finance for Payment
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.2662/1 and No.2663/1 Date 26/12/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2623/1 Date 21/12/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2622/1 Date 21/12/2018
• MoPH: The Palestinian Child Wehbeh Received Treatment at the Expense of UNRWA and was Admitted to the Hospital as Required
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2543/1 Date 14/12/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2522/1 Date 11/12/2018
• MoPH: the Ministry's Doctor has Performed his Duties to the Fullest as to the Deceased Passeger
• The MoPH Arrests a Man for Posing as Doctor and Seals an Apartment in Zouk Mosbeh with Red Wax
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2361/1 Date 21/11/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decisions No.2307/1 & 2312/1 Date 16/11/2018
• Hasbani Temporarily Appoints Aoun as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Jezzine Hospital and Assigns Massad as Director
• Hasbani Meets with the World Bank Delegation and the Funding Agreement Brought into Operation
• Closure of a Pharmacy in Sin el Fil
• MoPH Confirms that Rhodamine B Substance is not Registered in the Ministry of Public Health
• Press Release in Response to "Al Akhbar" Newspaper Concerning Chebaa Governmental Hospital
• Hasbani Announces MoPH Coverage of Out-Patient Services by 70% in Public Hospitals
• Reform Measures Taken by Jezzine and Chebaa Governmental Hospitals
• Press Release Concerning Aids Infection
• MoPH Issued a Clarification Concerning the Drugs Prices Difference Compared to Turkey
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2160/1 Date 29/10/2018
• The Head of the Board of Directors of the “Jezzine” Governmental Hospital was Suspended from Work
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2144/1 Date 25/10/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2140/1 Date 25/10/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.2106/1 Date 23/10/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1914/1 Date 10/10/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1902/1 Date 9/10/2018
• Hasbani Met with the Board of Directors of Jezzine Governmental Hospital and Communicated with the Central Inspection to Speed up Procedures
• Referring a Pharmacy to the Public Prosecution because it Sells Milk Distributed Free of Charge by MoPH
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1867/1 Date 1/10/2018
• The Violations of Jezzine Governmental Hospital have been Transferred to the Central Inspection since July 2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1805/1 Date 26/9/2018
• Mental Health: Call for Public Hospitals-Academia-Civil Society Organizations Partnerships
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1796/1 Date 24/9/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1738/1 Date 18/9/2018
• Two Letters from Hasbani to the Ministry of Energy and Water and the Governor of Akkar after Ain Al Zahab Water in Akkar had been Confirmed to be Polluted
• MoPH Warns again against the Danger of Catching and Consuming Toxic Lagocephalus spadiceus
• MoPH Warns against Buying Contact Lenses or Solutions Posted on Social Media without Obtaining the Required Licenses
• Hasbani’s Office to Boustani: the Government wasn’t a Caretaker Body in 2017
• MoPH: The Social Media’s Misreporting of Deaths Tarnishes Lebanon’s Image
• MoPH Shuts down a Restaurant, a Supermarket and a Slaughterhouse and Recalls a Product
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1601/1 Date 28/8/2018
• Hasbani: We have Asked to Transfer Funds Amounting to 10 Billion Pounds for the Completion of Deir El Qamar Hospital, but it wasn’t Placed on the Cabinet’s ِAgenda
• MoPH Calls on the Energy and Water Ministry to Identify Polluted Sea Areas and Take Measures according to Law No. 77/2018
• MoPH Warns again against the Exposure to Dogs' Bites and Calls on the Concerned Parties to Meet their Responsibilities and Take Precautionary Measures
• MoPH Summons the Company Importing Brucellosis Medicine to Inquire about its Unavailability in the Markets
• MoPH: There is no Carcinogenic "Rice" in Lebanon as Claimed by some Syrian Media
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1567/1 Date 10/8/2018
• A Warehouse of Medicines Raided in Damour by Lebanese Customs; the MoPH not Being Informed
• Hasbani Halts AB Slim Circulation
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1452/1 Date 31/7/2018
• The MOPH Condemns the Attack on the Chief of ER at Hotel Dieu Hospital and Calls on the Public Prosecution Service to Take Action
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1378/1 Date 17/7/2018
• Pharmaceutical Products Recalled from the Lebanese Market according to Minister's Decision No.1376/1 Date 16/7/2018
• MoPH: Toxins in Breastfeeding Milk in Lebanon are within WHO Normal Rates
• Launching of 2018 Vaccination Campaign for Pilgrims
• MoPH:No Shortage of Drugs for Cancer and Incurable Diseases; they are Constantly Being Delivered in Quarantine
• Warning from MoPH to the Nursery that Rejected a Sudanese Kid and Racism Awareness Sessions to be Conducted in Cooperation with the Social Affairs Ministry
• Hasbani and Khalil Signed a Decree to Allocate LBP 10 Billion Treasury Loan for Rafic Hariri University Hospital
• MoPH Confirms its Support to Tripoli Hospitals and the Increase of the Total Financial Ceiling for 2018
• Laboratory Technician Competence Exams for Students Applying for Professional Practice License
• The MoPH National Committee for Communicable Diseases: All Reports and Analyses Confirm that there is no Epidemic Outbreak in Kfarabida
• The MoPH Follows up the Situation in Kfarabida and Confirms that there is no Epidemic Outbreak
• Public Tender for Drugs for the Ministry of Public Health
• The MoPH Cautions against the Risk of Death from Mushrooms, Wild Herbs and Toxic Fish
• Vaccination and Awareness Campaigns Conducted by the Ministry of Health against Measles
• MOPH Warns Against Measles Outbreak in Lebanon and Assures It will Secure Vaccines Free of Charge
• MoPH Warns against the Increasing Number of Dogs' Bites Victims and the Severe Global Shortage in Vaccines
• Launching of the Policy Support Observatory: MOPH-WHO-AUB Partnership Monday 16 April, 2018 (Closed Event)
• Lebanon Officially Nominates Dr. Rana Hajjeh for the Post of WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean
• Health Ministry Publishes Drug Price Index and Ensures the Reduction of Prices
• Health Ministry: Medicine Prices Reduction Reaches 70%
• Health Ministry Calls on the Municipalities to Promptly Find a Solution to the Phenomenon of Stray Dogs
• Heath Minister Discusses with the Minister of Finance the Inclusion of the Governmental Hospitals Employees in Salary Hike Progress Achieved in this Regard
• Hasbani's Office: "The Supreme Council of Health has been Established since October and Said is four Months Late"
• MoPH Circulated to Hospitals to Admit all Emergency Cases
• Press Release to Hospitals Related to the Security Companies Behavior
• Issuance of Memorandum No. 133 Concerning the Amendment of Memorandum No. 13 Related to the Implementation of the One Stop Shop
• The Ministry of Health is Proudly Announcing Its Attempt to Make a New World Record with the World Record Academy
• Fifth Annual Congress for the Lebanese Society for Quality & Safety in Healthcare
• Participation of MoPH in the 15th Annual Global Forum for Temperature Controlled Life Science Supply Chains
• Strategic Plan of the Ministry of Public Health 2016-2020 (Final Draft)
• Call for Research Proposals: Research in Priority Areas of Public Health 2016–2017
• Health Inspectors Exam on 8/10/2016
• MOPH Invites Citizen to Download the Mobile App. on Smartphones
• Annual Report of Nurseries
• Laboratory Technician Exam
• MOPH Announced the Suspension of Issuance of Hospitalization Approvals (Visa Cards) for 2 Days
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Do not travel to Lebanon.

Do not travel  to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.

See Safety .

• An increased threat of military and terrorist attacks against Israel and Israeli interests across the region and ongoing military action in the Occupied Palestinian Territories could lead to increased tensions in other locations in the Middle East. Demonstration and protest activity may occur, and localised security situations could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests. 
• Do not travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.  
• This may also result in airspace closures, flight cancellations and diversions and other travel disruptions. 
• There is a possibility of an increase in armed conflict that could affect wider areas of Lebanon. This could result in Beirut airport closing at short notice and you may not be able to leave for an extended period. Australians in Lebanon who wish to leave, should leave now while commercial flights remain available. 
• If the security situation deteriorates and there is armed conflict, the Australian Government may not be able to assist you to leave in such circumstances. See our advice on ‘Armed conflict ’.
• If you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident in Lebanon you can register on  DFAT's crisis registration portal.  We’ll be contacting registered Australians directly with important updates.
• Read our  Information for Australians in Lebanon , (also available in  Arabic ), for advice on what to do if you're currently there.
• Ensure your travel documents are up to date. Ensure you have passports for children born in Lebanon and current passports for all family members travelling with you. 
• Tensions are heightened due to recent events in Israel and Gaza.
• On 2 January, an explosion occurred in Beirut's southern suburbs (Dahiyeh region). Daily military action is occurring in southern Lebanon, including rocket and missile fire, as well as airstrikes. The situation could escalate quickly or spread to other areas in Lebanon, including Beirut. This could affect your ability to move to safety. Avoid areas where military activity is ongoing.
• Terrorist attacks could occur anytime and anywhere, including in Beirut. Suicide bombings and attacks involving improvised explosive devices (IEDs), air raids and kidnappings have occurred in Lebanon. Extremists may target foreigners. Take safety precautions. Always be alert to possible threats and avoid potential targets. 
• Large protests happen and can turn violent. Tear gas, water cannons and live ammunition may be used. Avoid large public gatherings. Celebratory gunfire often occurs and has caused casualties. Stay inside during celebratory gunfire or if you're caught in civil unrest. Follow the advice of local authorities.
• There's a high threat of armed conflict south of the city of Sidon. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has a peacekeeping presence there. Israeli forces occupy the southern border town of Ghajar. Tensions remain high in the surrounding region, including the Shebaa Farms, where daily military action is occurring. Avoid areas of military conflict.

Full travel advice: Safety

• Shortages of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies could occur without notice. Make sure you have enough medication with you, including if you need to depart Lebanon.
• The public health care system is limited. Most reputable hospitals are private and expensive. You'll probably have to pay up front. 
• Health risks include possible water contamination, waterborne illnesses and air pollution caused by burning waste and backup generators. Avoid uncollected waste. Drink only boiled or bottled water from bottles with sealed lids.

Full travel advice: Health

• Religious law and civil law are treated equally. All family law matters are based on local religious laws. Stop-orders that prevent you from leaving Lebanon may arise from family disputes. If you're involved in divorce, custody or other family disputes, speak to a lawyer before you leave Australia.
• Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties are severe and include jail terms.
• Serious crimes like murder and treason may result in the death penalty. 
• Lebanon recognises dual nationality. However, Lebanese authorities treat Lebanese dual nationals as Lebanese citizens. This may limit our ability to help you if you're arrested or detained.
• Standards of dress and behaviour are modest in parts of Lebanon, particularly at religious sites.  Public displays of affection may cause offence.
• Be careful when taking photos. Photographing military personnel or sites, government buildings and major civil infrastructure, such as power stations and other installations is illegal.

Full travel advice: Local laws

Information on applying for a visa to enter Australia is available on the Department of Home Affairs  Lebanon Visa Support  website (also available in  Arabic ).

• You can get a tourist visa on arrival in Lebanon. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Lebanon for the latest details. 
• Always carry ID. You'll need to show it at road checkpoints. Lebanese General Security (border control) will check your name against a database of people wanted for or convicted of an offence. If your name matches an entry, you may be detained. You'll have to prove that the record doesn't relate to you. Carry supporting documents, such as a copy of your birth certificate or other official documents.
• Flights to and from Lebanon may fly over Syria, where ongoing conflict may increase risks to civil aviation. Civil aviation authorities in a number of countries do not allow airlines from those countries to fly in Syrian airspace.  Check with your airline or travel agent for updates and flight options. 

Full travel advice:  Travel

Local contacts

• The  Consular Services Charter  details what we can and can't do to help you overseas.
• For consular assistance, contact the  Australian Embassy in Beirut . 
• To stay up to date with local information, follow the Embassy's social media accounts.

Full travel advice:  Local contacts

Full advice

Crisis registration.

If you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident in Lebanon you can register on  DFAT's crisis registration portal.  We’ll be contacting registered Australians directly with important updates and registration will make it easier for DFAT to contact you if assistance is required.

More information on returning to Australia can be found at  Information for Australians in Lebanon .

Keep your registration details up to date so we can contact you. 

You should only register if you’re in Lebanon and are:

• An Australian citizen, or
• An Australian permanent resident or
• an immediate family member of an Australian citizen or permanent resident 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER   on DFAT's crisis registration portal.

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Security situation

We continue to advise Do Not Travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.

Daily military action is occurring in southern Lebanon, including rocket and missile fire, as well as airstrikes. On 2 January 2024, an explosion occurred in Beirut's southern suburbs (Dahiyeh region). The situation could escalate quickly. This could affect your ability to move to safety. Avoid areas where military activity is ongoing.

There is a possibility of an increase in armed conflict that could affect wider areas of Lebanon, including Beirut. If the security situation in Lebanon deteriorates, Beirut airport will likely close at short notice and you may not be able to leave for an extended period. Australians in Lebanon who wish to leave, should leave now while commercial flights remain available. If the security situation deteriorates and there is armed conflict, the Australian Government may not be able to assist you to leave in such circumstances. See our  advice on armed conflict .

To be well prepared to leave quickly, make sure you have:

• up-to-date travel documentation
• passports for children born in Lebanon
• current passports for family members travelling with you
• any medications you may need while travelling

If violence increases, roads and highways could become blocked. This includes routes to airports and borders.

Follow the advice of local authorities, including alerts to seek shelter. Monitor local media for updates. 

If you need emergency consular assistance, contact the Australian Government's Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 62613305 (from overseas) or 1300 555 135 (in Australia).

Be extra cautious. The security situation is unpredictable and is affected by events including:

• clashes across the Lebanese/Israeli border
• conflict in neighbouring Syria
• the threat of terrorist attacks
• ongoing economic crisis, political and religious tensions

The ongoing crisis has reduced Lebanese law enforcement capacity. 

Civil unrest and political tension

The security situation in the region remains unpredictable and could deteriorate with little or no warning.

Political changes in the region and international events may prompt large demonstrations or violence. Planned and on-the-spot demonstrations can take place.

Anti-government protests occur. Protests may target key institutions and sites, including banks. Some can be large and escalate into violent clashes between protesters and security forces.

Authorities use various measures to break up crowds, including:

• water cannons
• tear gas 
• live ammunition

These measures have resulted in injuries.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent, including the use of weapons. You could be caught in violence directed at others.

During civil unrest and times of heightened tensions:

• avoid all crowds, protests and demonstrations
• pay close attention to your personal security
• monitor the media and other sources for news on planned and possible actions
• avoid areas where violence has occurred or is likely to occur
• plan your activities to avoid potential unrest on days of national significance
• be prepared to change your travel plans in case of disruptions

If you're in an area affected by clashes:

• stay indoors and away from windows and balconies
• follow the advice of local authorities

Stay indoors during celebratory gunfire, which has caused casualties, and often happens during and after political speeches, weddings, funerals and religious and new year holidays. 

If transport disruptions affect your travel plans, contact your airline, travel agent or insurer for help.

Leave Lebanon if you're concerned about your safety.

More information:

Demonstrations and civil unrest

In times of civil unrest, avoid areas of Beirut where protests are known to occur.

In Beirut, protests sometimes close main highways. Burning of tyres to block main roads is common. Groups protest against:

• government policies
• the situation in Syria
• the security environment
• the deteriorating social and economic situation

Civil unrest can affect the highways between central Beirut and the international airport.  Armed clashes have occurred in some areas of Beirut.

Southern suburbs (Dahiyeh region) of Beirut

Don't go to the Dahiyeh region, including:

• the area south of the Camille Chamoun Sports Stadium to the airport (south from Adnon El Hakim Road to Abbas El Mousawi Road). This includes the suburbs of Chiyah, Ghobeire, Haret Hreik, Bir el Abed, Borj el Barajne, Mraije, Roueiss, Lailake, Hay el Sellom, Tahouitit el Ghadir and Bir Hassan
• east of the airport highway
• west of the airport highway to El Akhtal El Saghir Road and south of the Coral Beach Hotel.

This area does not include the main airport highway (Hafez El Assad).

Security in the area is still unstable. You may be caught up in violent attacks between armed groups. Terrorist attacks may occur.

Palestinian refugee camps

Don't visit Palestinian refugee camps in any part of Lebanon.

Extremist groups operate inside camps. The security situation is uncertain and could get worse without warning.

The Lebanese state has no formal security presence in the camps. Armed clashes between rival groups happen. Violent crime is common.

Also avoid the general vicinity around the camps when there's heightened tension or armed clashes. Stray ammunition has caused casualties.

Tripoli and northern Lebanon

Don't go to Tripoli's Jabal Mohsen and Bab-al-Tabbaneh neighbourhoods. Violent clashes in the early stages of the Syrian conflict killed more than 200 people. The risk of civil unrest remains high and can turn violent.

In 2019, a lone wolf terrorist attack in Tripoli killed 4 members of the security service.

Lebanese authorities say extremists have taken refuge in northern Lebanon, including throughout the Akkar district.

North-eastern Beka'a Valley

Don't go to the north-eastern Beka'a Valley region, extending east and north from Rayak. This includes:

• Hermel-Baalbek region
• the towns Arsal, El Qaa and Ras Baalbek

Clashes between Lebanese security forces and militants are possible.

Other parts of the Beka'a Valley

Take extra care in the Beka'a valley, south of Zahle and Rayak, where the security environment is uncertain.

In August 2016, a roadside bomb exploded in Zahle. It killed 2 people and injured many others.

Regions within 5km of the Syrian border

Don't travel within 5km of the border with Syria, including:

• north of the Halba-Qoubaiyat Road, northern Akkar
• Hermel Wadi Khaled
• the Golan Heights
• Shebaa Farms

The conflict in Syria has led to repeated violent incidents in these areas.

Southern Lebanon

Don't travel to areas south of the city of Sidon (Saida). 

Daily military action is occurring and could escalate quickly. This could affect your ability to move to safety. There's an uncertain security environment and there are also landmines and unexploded ordnance.

Avoid crowds and large gatherings. You could be caught up in violence directed at others.

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) maintains peacekeeping activities south of the Litani River.

Israeli forces are in the southern border town of Ghajar. There are still tensions in the surrounding region, including the Shebaa Farms, where military activities have taken place. Shelling has been reported.

Although the Lebanese Armed Forces and United Nations peacekeeping forces are present in southern Lebanon, the situation could change quickly.

You could be caught up in violence directed at others.

Avoid areas where military activity is ongoing. Be ready to leave at short notice.

Be extra careful in the city of Sidon (Saida) where there's a history of violence between Lebanese armed forces and local militia.

Don't visit the Palestinian refugee camp of Ein El-Hilweh. There are ongoing clashes between rival groups, including the use of heavy weapons and snipers. Many people have been killed or injured. Lebanese authorities have limited capacity to impose law and order.

Also avoid the general vicinity around the Ein El-Hilweh camp when there's heightened tension or armed clashes. Stray ammunition has caused casualties.

There's a threat of terrorism in Lebanon. Attacks could occur anytime and anywhere, including in Beirut. Tactics used by terrorists can include car bombing, suicide bombing and rocket fire. Foreigners may be targeted. 

Security services are on a high state of alert and continue to carry out operations to prevent attacks.

If you notice a security operation is underway, leave the area straight away.

Targets associated with the Lebanese Government include: 

• government institutions, senior politicians, and officials
• the Lebanese Armed Forces
• infrastructure such as airports and public building

UNIFIL has also been targeted. 

Terrorists may also target areas frequented by foreigners, such as:

• buildings associated with embassies, foreign companies, and international organisations
• schools and places of worship
• hotels, clubs, restaurants and bars
• shopping centres, markets and grocery stores
• public transport
• promenades, cinemas, outdoor recreation events and other tourist areas

Extremists have increased attacks in the lead-up to and on days of national and religious significance.

Always be alert to possible threats, especially in public places.

Report any suspicious items or activities to police.

To reduce your risks:

• take official warnings seriously
• consider the likely level of security at known terrorist targets when planning your activities
• monitor the media for threats
• follow the instructions of local authorities.

If there's a terrorist attack:

• leave the affected area immediately if it's safe
• avoid the area afterwards in case of more attacks.

Don't gather in groups after an attack. This also applies if you're evacuated from a building for safety or security reasons.

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Kidnapping occurs across the world with political, ideological, and criminal motives. Foreigners, including Australians, have been kidnapped overseas whilst travelling. Kidnaps can happen anywhere, anytime, including destinations that are typically at lower risk.    There is a risk of kidnapping along the border regions with Syria and Israel, where criminal gangs rely on ransom payments to make revenue.    To reduce the risk of kidnapping: 

• always be alert to your personal security and surroundings 
• get professional security advice for travel in locations with a heightened kidnap risk 
• check your accommodation has appropriate security measures 
• avoid isolated locations, particularly when travelling alone 
• notify family or friends of planned travel and share your location  
• avoid talking about your money or business affairs 
• use ATMs in public places and during daylight hours 
• avoid giving personal details to strangers online or over the phone 

The Australian Government's longstanding policy is that it doesn't make payments or concessions to kidnappers.    Ransom payments to kidnappers have funded further terrorist attacks and criminal activity. Paying a ransom to terrorist groups will likely break Australian counter-terrorism financing laws.    More information:  

• Kidnapping  

Crime in Lebanon has increased due to the declining economic situation.

It could include:

• vehicle crime
• petty theft such as bag snatching (including by motorbike riders)
• home break-ins and armed  robberies  (especially at banks)
• physical and sexual assault

Always be aware of your surroundings.

• Female travellers
• LGBTQIA+ travellers

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

Climate and natural disasters

Lebanon experiences  natural disasters and  severe weather .

Lebanon is in an active earthquake zone.

Bush and forest fires occur in the summer months (July to September), especially in heavily forested areas. Avoid fire-affected areas. Monitor the media for updates.

Sand and dust storms are common. They may pose health risks, especially to people with breathing problems.

If a natural disaster or severe weather happens:

• monitor the  Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave. 

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

You'll probably need a specialised insurance policy that covers travel to high-risk destinations. 

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars upfront for medical care.

• what activities and care your policy covers
• that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Shortages of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies can occur without notice. 

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or controlled substances, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Lebanon. Take enough legal medicine for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medication is
• your required dosage
• that it's for personal use

Health risks

Health risks include possible water contamination, waterborne illnesses and air pollution caused by burning waste and exhaust fumes from diesel generators. Drink only boiled or bottled water from bottles with sealed lids. Drink only boiled or bottled water from bottles with sealed lids.

Medical care

Medical facilities.

The standard of medical facilities and care in many of Lebanon's large private hospitals is generally as good as in Australia. However, the public health system doesn't work in the same way. Most reputable hospitals are private and expensive. 

The ability of some hospitals to provide medical care may be impacted by the economic situation, shortages of medical supplies and frequent power cuts.

Doctors usually accept upfront cash payment for services. Treatment can be expensive.

Before treating patients, hospitals usually require a guarantee of payment such as:

• confirmed travel insurance with medical cover
• an up-front deposit

The American University of Beirut Medical Center has a decompression chamber.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

Crimes under Lebanese laws may not be considered offences in Australia. Religious law has the same standing as civil law, which incorporates family law, marriage, divorce and custody.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

All family law matters are based on local religious laws. This includes child custody and divorce decisions.

If you're involved in custody or other family disputes, speak to a lawyer before you leave Australia. Ask for advice on how religious law may affect your family circumstances.

Lebanon has not signed the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction . There is no quick method to return a child abducted by a parent to Lebanon back to Australia.

Lebanese nationals and non-nationals can stop family members from leaving Lebanon if there are pending family court matters. It won't matter if the family members are Australian citizens.

Authorities have stopped Australians and Australian-Lebanese dual nationals, including mothers with children, from leaving Lebanon. Relatives have legally placed border alerts ('stop orders') where there are pending family court matters. Stop orders are not difficult to arrange.  Overturning stop orders can be a time consuming and complicated process.

The Australian Government can't prevent or overturn a stop order on an Australian citizen.

Penalties for drug offences are severe and include mandatory jail terms.

Carrying or using drugs

Serious crimes, such as murder and treason, may attract the death penalty.

Access to some areas of Lebanon is restricted.

Authorities may detain you and take your camera if you photograph or film:

• military personnel or facilities
• government buildings
• major civilian infrastructure (such as power stations)

LGBTQIA+ information

Same-sex relations are illegal in Lebanon. Penalties include jail terms of up to one year. 

There's been an increase in anti-LGBTQIA+ rhetoric in the community. Some incidents of targeted harassment have occurred. 

Advice for LGBTQIA+ travellers

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Australians may be charged under Australian law if they take part in conflict in other countries.

Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

Lebanon recognises dual nationality. However, Lebanese citizenship takes precedence over the second nationality.

If you're a dual national, Lebanese authorities will treat you as a Lebanese citizen. This may limit the consular services we can provide if you're arrested or detained.

If you're a dual citizen re-entering Lebanon on your Lebanese passport or identity document, make sure:

• your Lebanese documentation is up to date
• you meet all entry requirements
• Embassy or consulate of Lebanon
• Dual nationals

Local customs

Standards of dress and behaviour are modest in parts of Lebanon, particularly at religious sites.

Take care not to offend. If in doubt, seek local advice.

Public displays of affection may cause offence in conservative and religious areas.

Some hotels ask for proof of marriage before renting rooms to couples. Hotels may refuse you accommodation if you can't provide proof.

The Islamic holiday month of Ramadan is observed in Lebanon. Respect religious and cultural customs and laws during this time.

Avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public or in front of people who are fasting.

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

You can get a tourist visa on arrival.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest Lebanese embassy or consulate for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders.

Make sure you meet all entry and exit conditions. If you don't, the Australian Government can't help you.

Border measures

For measures regarding travel between Syria and Lebanon, contact Lebanese and Syrian authorities. 

• Lebanon - Ministry of Public Health
• Medical assistance overseas

Other formalities

Travel to israel.

It's against Lebanese law to travel to Israel.

If you're an Australian dual national of Lebanon or another Arab nation and you've travelled to or intend to travel to Israel, authorities are likely to arrest and imprison you.

Authorities can hold anyone for questioning for several days and then deport them.

If there's evidence that you've travelled to Israel, or intend to, you will be refused entry to Lebanon or will be deported. Evidence includes:

• Israeli exit or entry stamps in your passport
• Egyptian or Jordanian stamps from border crossings with Israel
• travel itineraries or tickets that include Israel as a destination
• souvenirs from Israel
• airline tags on your bags

Border alerts

Lebanese Border Control checks all traveller names on arrival and departure against a database of border alerts ('stop orders').

Border alerts are raised if there are pending court cases or warrants for people:

• who are wanted for an offence in Lebanon
• who have been convicted of an offence in Lebanon
• with pending family court matters (see  Local laws )

If your name matches an entry in the database, authorities may detain you. You'll have to prove the record doesn't relate to you.

Carry supporting identity documents.

Travellers have been detained due to cases of mistaken identity.

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

• In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
• If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with X gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

The Lebanese Pound is the official currency of Lebanon. Both the USD and the Lebanese Pound (also known as the Lebanese Lira) are accepted throughout Lebanon. 

Currency exchange facilities and ATMs are widely available in Beirut and other large cities. Daily withdrawal limits may apply.

The Lebanese Pound has devalued sharply as a result of the ongoing economic crisis. This has led to high inflation and diminished the purchasing power of the Lebanese Pound. Make sure you have access to enough hard currency cash during your stay. Contact your bank and monitor media reports before you travel to Lebanon.

Local travel

Fuel and power shortages frequently occur, disrupting public water supply and telecommunication networks, including mobile and internet. 

Expect delays and closures at service stations during fuel shortages. Acts of violence and security incidents have occurred at fuel distribution and storage sites.

Public and private sector industrial strikes occur occasionally, which may affect essential services, including telecommunications and the banking sector. 

Shortages of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies can occur without notice.

Monitor the media for updates on changes that may affect your safety and access to essential services.

Road travel

If you plan to drive in Lebanon, you should hold an International Drivers Permit.

Armed security is present throughout Lebanon, including at road checkpoints.

Always carry ID. Follow the advice of security personnel.

Driving can be dangerous due to:

• poorly maintained roads and vehicles
• snow and ice in winter
• traffic conditions
• poor local driving habits
• lack of streetlights and functioning traffic lights

There are many unexploded weapons throughout Lebanon, including:

• cluster bombs

Most are in the south, especially south of the Litani River.

Minefields aren't always clearly marked. Those that are marked can shift away from signed areas.

To protect yourself from landmines:

• ask local residents for advice
• stay on sealed roads
• avoid walking or driving cross-country

Roads may be blocked during demonstrations and civil unrest. This includes routes to and from the airport and border crossings.

Driving or riding

Don't use service (shared) taxis or taxis hailed on the street, especially late at night.

Only use taxis from recognised companies. Australian Embassy staff in Beirut have been advised to use Allo Taxi.

Flights to and from Lebanon may fly over Syria, where ongoing conflict could increase risks to civil aviation. Civil aviation authorities in a number of countries do not allow airlines from those countries to fly in Syrian airspace.  For more information, refer to the  Smartraveller page on air travel and check with airlines before booking. Flight paths are subject to change. Check with your airline or travel agent for updates and flight options. 

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Adventure activities

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes for adventure activities.

If you plan to do an adventure activity :

• check if your travel insurance policy covers it
• ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
• always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

Call 140 or 81715076. 

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular assistance, contact the Australian Embassy in Beirut . 

Australian Embassy

Embassy Complex Serail Hill Downtown Beirut Lebanon

Phone: +961 1 960600 Email:  [email protected]      Website:  lebanon.embassy.gov.au Facebook:  Australian Embassy - Beirut, Lebanon X:  @SafirAustralia

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency outside of the Embassy’s business hours, or if you can’t contact the Embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre (CEC) on:

• +961 1 960600 from Lebanon (and press 7 to speak to a CEC operator)
• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Planning a trip to Lebanon during Covid-19? According to the newly developed rule passed by the Lebanese government for Lebanon Covid-19 entry requirements, you need to have an approved Health Declaration Form. This is an online document that allows the government to get your detailed information based on which your entry will be permitted.

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