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πͺπΉ Does an Ethiopian need a visa for Lebanon π±π§?
Yes. Ethiopian passport holders need a visa for Lebanon, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Lebanon before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Ethiopian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Lebanon or its official government website before you travel.
β U.S. State Department travel advisory for Lebanon: Level 4: Do Not Travel (updated 6 May 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Lebanon at a glance
Capital: Beirut Β· Currency: Lebanese pound (LBP, Ω.Ω) Β· Official languages: Arabic, French Β· Calling code: +961
Plugs and voltage
Some of your plugs fit (C); for type E, F, J, L plugs bring a travel adapter for Lebanon's sockets (A, B, C, G).
More about entering Lebanon β
Easier destinations near Lebanon for Ethiopian passport holders
- π§π Bahrain β e-Visa
- π¬πͺ Georgia β e-Visa
- π―π΄ Jordan β e-Visa
- π΄π² Oman β e-Visa
- πΆπ¦ Qatar β e-Visa
The other way round
π±π§ Lebanese passport holders visiting Ethiopia: Lebanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, usually at the airport or land border.
The Ethiopian passport at a glance
All destinations for Ethiopia passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Lebanon β
Questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa for Lebanon, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Lebanon before travelling.
Does a Lebanese need a visa for Ethiopia?
Lebanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, usually at the airport or land border.