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π¬π² Does a Gambian need a visa for Lebanon π±π§?
Yes. Gambian 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 Gambian 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
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in the Gambia (G) works with sockets in Lebanon. Mains voltage differs (Lebanon: 220 V; the Gambia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
More about entering Lebanon β
Easier destinations near Lebanon for Gambian passport holders
- π§π Bahrain β e-Visa
- πΆπ¦ Qatar β e-Visa
The other way round
π±π§ Lebanese passport holders visiting the Gambia: Lebanese passport holders need a visa for the Gambia, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the Gambia before travelling.
The Gambian passport at a glance
All destinations for Gambia passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Lebanon β
Questions
Do Gambian citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Gambian 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 the Gambia?
Lebanese passport holders need a visa for the Gambia, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the Gambia before travelling.