Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit LY?

Yes, Canadian passport holders need a visa to enter Libya. There is no visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or functional eVisa channel for tourists. You must apply in advance at the Embassy of Libya in Ottawa, and Libya is not part of the Schengen area. Note: the Government of Canada advises avoiding all travel to Libya. A Canadian ordinary passport holder requires a visa obtained in advance to travel to Libya for tourism or a short visit. Applications are handled by the Embassy of Libya, Consular Section, in Ottawa. Tourism (independent) visas are difficult to obtain and most short-stay visas are issued for business, family, or sponsored visits, typically requiring an invitation or local sponsor. The Government of Canada lists fees of CAD 102.50 (1 month, single entry), CAD 205.00 (3 months), and CAD 410.00 (6 months), and notes processing of about 20 working days after in-person submission. Passports must be valid at least 6 months and must not contain Israeli visas or stamps, which can cause denial of entry. Libya is NOT in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Critically, the Government of Canada has a Level 4 "Avoid all travel" advisory for Libya due to armed conflict, terrorism, and kidnapping risks, so this guide is for reference only.