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Lebanon travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Lebanon with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Lebanon.
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Lebanon travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Lebanon with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Lebanon - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +2 hours |
| Language(s) | Arabic, French |
| Currency | Lebanese Pound |
| Electricity | C + D + G plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
Why visit the Lebanon?
Considering a holiday to the the Lebanon? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
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Lebanon tourist information
✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Lebanon weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  15 |
16 |
 18 |
21 |
 25 |
 27 |
 30 |
30 |
 29 |
26 |
21 |
16 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  15 |
14 |
 11 |
 6 |
 3 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
 8 |
13 |
| Sea temperature °C |  18 |
 17 |
17 |
18 |
 21 |
 25 |
 27 |
 28 |
28 |
26 |
 23 |
20 |
The Lebanon weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Beirut.
Lebanon travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Lebanon from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Lebanon - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Lebanon - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Lebanon - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Lebanon - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Lebanon - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Lebanon - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Lebanon.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Lebanon travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Lebanon with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Lebanon - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Lebanon - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Lebanon - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Lebanon, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Lebanon travel features
Do you want to learn more about the Lebanon? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Lebanon.
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Lebanon FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Lebanon including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to the Lebanon?
Lebanon is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for the Lebanon.
Check out Ministry of Public Health, Republic of Lebanon for more information.
What is the time difference between the Lebanon and the UK?
The time difference between the Lebanon and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the Lebanon?
The main languages spoken in the Lebanon are Arabic and French.
Learn a language for the Lebanon with Rosetta Stone*, Busuu* and Babbel*.
What is the currency in the Lebanon?
The currency in the Lebanon is the Lebanese Pound (LBP).
Send money to the Lebanon with World Remit*.
Which plugs are used in the Lebanon?
Lebanon uses electrical plug type C + D + G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Lebanon?
They drive on the right side of the road in the Lebanon.
Find out more about driving in Lebanon with International Drivers Association*.
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Do you need a visa for the Lebanon?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter the Lebanon.
Check Lebanon visa requirements for all passport holders with VisaHQ*.
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