Lebanon
Canada
Canada visa for Lebanese citizens
Entry requirement
Lebanese citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Canada visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at international.gc.ca
Which Canada visa?
Visitor visa (temporary resident visa, TRV)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Usually up to 6 months per entry, as decided by the border officer
- Fee
- CA$100
- Processing time
- Varies by country; check IRCC’s processing time tool. Time starts after biometrics
Canada’s tourist visa costs CA$100 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is canada.ca. Processing time, as Canada states it: Varies by country; check IRCC’s processing time tool. Time starts after biometrics. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Usually up to 6 months per entry, as decided by the border officer.
Canadian missions in Lebanon
- Embassy of Canada in Beirut
Jal El Dib Highway 43, Beirut
Canada has 1 mission in Lebanon, with its embassy in Beirut.
Canadian citizens travelling to Lebanon
CanadaLebanon Visa on arrival Lebanon visa for citizens of Canada
Travel advice for Canada
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Lebanon to Canada, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Canada at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 4 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Canada (updated 2 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Canada (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Lebanese citizens can stay in Canada
How long Lebanese citizens may stay in Canada is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Lebanese citizens apply
In Lebanon, applications go to the Canadian embassy in Beirut, or to a visa centre acting for Canada; fees, documents and processing times are published by Canada.
Canada’s neighbours for Lebanese citizens
The United States requires Lebanese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Canadian citizens travelling to Lebanon
Canadian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lebanese citizens need a visa for Canada?
Lebanese citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Where is the Canadian embassy in Lebanon?
The Canadian embassy in Lebanon is in Beirut.
How much does the Canada tourist visa cost?
Canada’s official sources give a standard fee of CA$100 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Varies by country; check IRCC’s processing time tool. Time starts after biometrics.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Canadian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Lebanon, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Lebanese citizens enter Canada visa-free?
No; Lebanese citizens need a visa for Canada obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.