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Do Brazil passport holders need a visa to visit LY?

Brazilian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Libya. The most accessible route is the Libya eVisa (launched 21 March 2024), available online to most nationalities including Brazil. Crucially, an eVisa is granted only with a Libyan tour operator or local sponsor and a Letter of Invitation; independent travel is not permitted. There is no visa-free or standard visa-on-arrival channel for Brazilian citizens entering Libya. Brazil is not among the small group of nationalities granted visa-on-arrival, nor is it on Libya's eVisa ineligible list (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Morocco, Pakistan, Sudan, Syria, Yemen), so Brazilians can apply through the official eVisa portal at evisa.gov.ly. The tourist eVisa is single-entry, valid 90 days from issue, and permits a stay of up to 30 days, at a fee of USD 63. However, Libya requires every applicant to be backed by a registered Libyan tour operator or a local sponsor who provides a Letter of Invitation and a security/approval letter from the Libyan Immigration Authority; the eVisa will not be issued without it, and the sponsor must meet the traveller at the airport. On arrival, tourists must show at least 1,000 Libyan Dinars (unless on a prepaid tour package). Note: Libya remains a high-risk destination and many governments advise against all travel there; security conditions can affect entry and flight availability. Always reconfirm with the official portal and your sponsor before travelling.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist eVisa (online), sponsor/tour-operator required
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 63
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically up to 30 days (often 5-7 business days)
standard track
Validity
90 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Secure a Libyan sponsor or tour operator
Arrange your trip through a registered Libyan tour operator or a local sponsor. They must provide a Letter of Invitation (LOI) and obtain a security/approval letter from the Libyan Immigration Authority. The eVisa is not issued without this.
· Mandatory· LOI required
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a Brazilian passport valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay with blank pages, a passport photo, the LOI, and proof of onward/return travel.
· Passport 6+ months
/03
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Create an account at evisa.gov.ly, complete the tourist eVisa application, and upload your documents including the sponsor's invitation and security letter.
· evisa.gov.ly
/04
Pay the eVisa fee
Pay the USD 63 tourist eVisa fee online through the portal.
· USD 63
/05
Wait for approval and download the eVisa
Processing can take up to 30 days (often 5-7 business days). Once approved, download and print the eVisa to present on arrival.
· Print a copy
/06
Enter Libya with your sponsor present
Carry at least 1,000 Libyan Dinars (unless on a prepaid package) and ensure your sponsor meets you at immigration; independent travel is not allowed.
· 1,000 LYD· Sponsor at airport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Brazilian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay, with blank pages
required
Letter of Invitation (LOI) from Libyan sponsor or tour operator
required
Security/approval letter from Libyan Immigration Authority
required
Confirmed tour operator or local sponsor arrangement
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Approved and printed eVisa
required
Proof of onward or return flight
required
At least 1,000 Libyan Dinars on arrival (unless prepaid tour)
required
Travel/medical insurance covering Libya
recommended
Check government travel advisories before booking
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa feeUSD 63Paid online via evisa.gov.ly
Tour operator / sponsor serviceVaries (often USD 500+)Mandatory LOI and in-country escort; set by the operator
Proof of funds on arrivalLYD 1,000+Must be shown unless on a prepaid package; not a fee but required
Total estimateUSD 63USD 600+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver or mutual agreement
Brazil and Libya have no visa-free arrangement, and Brazil is not on Libya's visa-on-arrival list.
High
/02
Mandatory sponsor / tour operator
Libya requires a tour operator or local sponsor and a Letter of Invitation for every applicant; the eVisa is refused otherwise.
High
/03
Security and stability concerns
Libya screens visitors tightly due to ongoing instability, and independent travel is prohibited.
High
/04
Document or financial shortfalls
Failure to show 1,000 LYD on arrival or missing the security letter can lead to refused entry.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Brazil to Libya route verified
Confirmed via the official Libya eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa policy that Brazil is eVisa-eligible (not on the ineligible list), with mandatory sponsor/LOI, USD 63 fee, up to 30-day stay, and 1,000 LYD funds requirement on arrival.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Brazilian get a Libya visa on arrival?
No. Brazil is not among the nationalities granted visa-on-arrival. Brazilians must obtain an eVisa in advance through evisa.gov.ly, backed by a sponsor.
Is Brazil eligible for the Libya eVisa?+
Do I really need a sponsor or tour operator?+
How long can I stay and how much does it cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Is it safe to travel to Libya?+
/11 — Passport tools

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