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United States visa for Libyan citizens
Entry requirement
Libyan citizens are currently not admitted to the United States, according to the visa data used here.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
US visas issued to citizens of Libya
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 2,199 | 1,785 |
| Student (F, M) | 134 | 88 |
| Exchange (J) | 78 | 41 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 83 | 29 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 18 | 46 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 467 | 381 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 8 | 5 |
| Total | 2,987 | 2,375 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 24.6% | 31.8% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 2,375 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Libya, the 137th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 75%, diplomatic and official visas 16% and student visas 4%. That is 20% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (2,987).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Libya received 167, 89% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 31.8% for citizens of Libya in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 24.6%). The adjusted rate counts a refusal that was later overcome, for example with further documents, as an issuance. A rate below 3% is one of the conditions for a country to join the Visa Waiver Program.
These figures count visas issued to citizens of Libya anywhere in the world, not only at the US missions in Libya.
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
US citizens travelling to Libya
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Travel advice for the United States
- 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.
Libyan citizens planning a trip to the United States can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the United States (updated 30 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the United States (updated 30 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
The United States’ neighbours for Libyan citizens
Canada and Mexico require Libyan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
US citizens travelling to Libya
Libya requires a visa from US citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Libyan citizens need a visa for the United States?
Libyan citizens are currently not admitted to the United States, according to the visa data used here.
Do US citizens need a visa for Libya?
Libya requires a visa from US citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Libyan citizens enter the United States visa-free?
No. According to the visa data used here, Libyan citizens are currently not admitted to the United States.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.