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Poland to Lebanon visa requirements

Polish ordinary passport holders can get a free visa on arrival in Lebanon for tourism — valid for an initial stay of 1 month at Beirut airport or land borders, provided the passport has no Israeli stamps. As a Poland (EU) ordinary passport holder, you do NOT need to arrange a visa before flying to Lebanon for a short tourist visit. Lebanon grants all EU member-state nationals a free single-entry visa on arrival at Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport (and at official land border points), valid for an initial stay of up to one month. This can be extended at the General Security offices for up to two additional months (three months total). Entry is conditional: your passport must be valid for at least six months (some sources say three months beyond stay) with at least one to two blank pages, you must show a confirmed hotel booking or a Lebanese host's address and phone number, and a non-refundable return or onward ticket. CRITICAL: Lebanon refuses entry to anyone whose passport contains any Israeli stamp, visa, or seal, or any other evidence of travel to Israel — this can lead to refusal of entry or detention. Holders of travel documents or alien passports (not ordinary national passports) cannot use the visa on arrival and must apply in advance at the Lebanese Embassy in Warsaw. The 1-month single-entry visit visa is issued free of charge; longer or multiple-entry visas obtained in advance carry fees (about USD 35 single / USD 70 multiple, or higher embassy rates). Lebanon is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Free visa on arrival (single entry) for EU/Polish ordinary passport holders
Maximum stay
Up to 1 month, extendable for 2 more months (3 months total)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (free VoA); multiple entry available for a fee
from issue date
Visa fee
Free for the 1-month visa on arrival (longer/multiple-entry visas: from USD 35)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued instantly at the port of entry
standard track
Validity
Enter and use within validity; initial stay 1 month from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is eligible and clean
Use an ordinary Polish national passport valid for at least 6 months with 1-2 blank pages. Confirm it contains NO Israeli stamps, visas or seals — any evidence of travel to Israel will result in refused entry.
· Ordinary passport only· No Israeli stamps
/02
Book a return/onward ticket and accommodation
Purchase a non-refundable return or round-trip ticket and book a hotel, or prepare a Lebanese host's full address, phone number and a copy of their Lebanese ID.
· Return ticket required· Hotel or host address
/03
Prepare proof of funds and contact details
Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and a contactable telephone number and address in Lebanon, as immigration officers may ask for these.
· Proof of funds
/04
Fly into Beirut or arrive at a land border
Travel to Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport or an authorised land border crossing where the free visa on arrival is issued.
· Beirut airport· Land borders
/05
Obtain the free visa on arrival
At the immigration desk, present your passport, ticket and accommodation details. The single-entry 1-month visit visa is stamped into your passport free of charge.
· Issued on the spot· No fee for 1 month
/06
Extend in-country if needed
If you wish to stay longer than one month, apply at the General Security (Sûreté Générale) offices to extend for up to two additional months before your initial month expires.
· Extension at General Security· Up to 3 months total
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredOrdinary Polish passport valid 6+ months with 1-2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredNo Israeli stamps, visas or seals anywhere in the passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredNon-refundable return or onward air ticket
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel reservation OR Lebanese host's address, phone and ID copy
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredContactable phone number and address in Lebanon
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedCash in USD in case a fee applies for longer/multiple-entry visas
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering Lebanon
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPrinted copies of bookings and itinerary for the immigration officer
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Lebanese General Security – Entry Visas (official)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival – 1-month single entryUSD 0Free for EU/Polish ordinary passport holders at the port of entry
Single-entry visa (advance/longer stay)USD 35If obtained in advance or for stays up to 3 months
Multiple-entry visaUSD 70Up to 3 months; obtained in advance
Embassy multiple-entry visaUSD 175Approximate Warsaw embassy rate; varies by entries
Total estimateUSD 0USD 70incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Apply in advance at Lebanese Embassy in Warsaw
Several business days
For travellers holding alien/travel documents, needing multiple entry, or wanting certainty before departure.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Israeli travel history in passport
Any Israeli stamp, visa or seal — or other evidence of visiting Israel — results in refused entry or possible detention.
Medium
/02
No return/onward ticket or accommodation proof
Officers require a non-refundable return ticket and a hotel booking or host details to grant the visa on arrival.
Medium
/03
Wrong document type
Holders of travel documents or alien passports cannot use visa on arrival and must apply at the embassy in advance.
Low
/04
Insufficient passport validity or blank pages
Passport not valid 6 months or lacking a blank page can lead to denied boarding or entry.
Low
/05
Unable to show sufficient funds
Failure to demonstrate funds for the stay can cause refusal at the border.
Low
/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
Poland to Lebanon route verified
Confirmed via Lebanese General Security and the Lebanese Embassy in Warsaw that Polish ordinary passport holders receive a free 1-month visa on arrival, subject to the no-Israeli-stamp condition.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa before travelling to Lebanon?
No. As an EU member-state national, a Polish ordinary passport holder receives a free single-entry visa on arrival at Beirut airport or land borders for an initial stay of up to one month.
How long can I stay in Lebanon on the visa on arrival?+
Will an Israeli stamp in my passport be a problem?+
How much does the visa on arrival cost?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
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