Lebanese visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Lebanon for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter Lebanon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lebanon e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lebanon visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Lebanon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lebanon.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lebanon.
If you are looking for Lebanon visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lebanon nearest your place of residence.
- New Delhi: The Embassy of in New Delhi, ~ 2331.50 kilometers (1448.73 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of in Kuala Lumpur, ~ 2378.90 kilometers (1478.18 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
Lebanon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lebanon diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Lebanon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,666 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,688 | 38.33% |
| 2010 | 4,336 | 17.57% |
| 2011 | 3,310 | -23.66% |
| 2012 | 2,732 | -17.46% |
| 2013 | 2,548 | -6.73% |
| 2014 | 2,710 | 6.36% |
| 2015 | 3,036 | 12.03% |
| 2016 | 3,376 | 11.20% |
| 2017 | 3,714 | 10.01% |
| 2018 | 3,928 | 5.76% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lebanon & Sri Lanka comparison
Lebanon's area is approximately 10,230 km2 (3,949 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 6.13 times bigger than Lebanon.
As of November 2025, Lebanon's population is ~6.7 million people - 15,187,642 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Lebanon & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lebanon | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,675,285 | 21,862,927 | 15.2 million fewer people live in Lebanon than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 3 | 67 | Lebanon has 64 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 15 | 16 | Lebanon passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 85 | 61 | Lebanese hosts 24 more foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Lebanon in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Lebanon in 2018 was approximately 3,928.
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- Travel time: 10 hours 48 minutes
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