Lebanese visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Swiss 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 Swiss citizens to enter Lebanon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lebanon e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lebanon visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
Lebanon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss 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 Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lebanon nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Lebanon in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now)
Lebanon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lebanon diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Lebanon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17,196 | N/A |
| 2009 | 23,788 | 38.33% |
| 2010 | 27,967 | 17.57% |
| 2011 | 21,350 | -23.66% |
| 2012 | 17,621 | -17.47% |
| 2013 | 16,435 | -6.73% |
| 2014 | 17,480 | 6.36% |
| 2015 | 19,582 | 12.03% |
| 2016 | 21,775 | 11.20% |
| 2017 | 23,955 | 10.01% |
| 2018 | 25,336 | 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 & Switzerland comparison
Lebanon's area is approximately 10,230 km2 (3,949 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 3.86 times bigger than Lebanon.
As of November 2025, Lebanon's population is ~6.7 million people - 2,299,558 fewer people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Lebanon & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lebanon | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,675,285 | 8,974,843 | 2.3 million fewer people live in Lebanon than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 3 | 146 | Lebanon has 143 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 15 | 142 | Lebanon passport holders visit 127 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 85 | 268 | Lebanese hosts 183 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Lebanon in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Lebanon in 2018 was approximately 25,336.
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| Sunrise | 13:11 PM | |
Useful Information
- Beirut to Bern: 3052.43 km (1896.69 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 21 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025