Syria passport → Lebanon
Do Syrian citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Visa on arrival
Syrian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon. You do not need to apply before you fly.
What this means for your trip
- Keep the visa fee ready, ideally in US dollars or the local currency, plus passport photos.
- Expect to show a return ticket, hotel booking and proof of funds at the counter.
- Some countries also offer the same visa online, which can save queueing on arrival.
Lebanon at a glance
- Capital
- Beirut
- Currency
- Lebanese pound (LBP)
- Languages
- Arabic, French
- Calling code
- +961
- Region
- Western Asia
Lebanon for other passports
- SyriaVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
United KingdomVisa on arrival30 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free180 days
ChinaVisa on arrival30 days
SingaporeVisa on arrival30 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa on arrival30 days
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Western Asia for Syrian passport holders
Common questions
Do Syrian citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Syrian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon. You do not need to apply before you fly.
How long can Syrian citizens stay in Lebanon?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
How many countries can Syrian citizens visit without a visa?
26 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Syria passport ranks #93 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Syrian citizens (edited 26 Sept 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Lebanon before you travel.