Home โบ Iran passport โบ Libya
๐ฎ๐ท Does an Iranian need a visa for Libya ๐ฑ๐พ?
Entry not allowed. Libya does not currently admit Iranian passport holders.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Iranian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Libya or its official government website before you travel.
โ U.S. State Department travel advisory for Libya: Level 4: Do Not Travel (updated 16 July 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
What this means for your trip
The destination currently does not admit travellers with this passport, except in special cases decided by its authorities.
Check the official government website of the destination for exceptions.
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.
Libya at a glance
Capital: Tripoli ยท Currency: Libyan dinar (LYD, ู.ุฏ) ยท Official languages: Arabic ยท Calling code: +218
Plugs and voltage
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in Iran (C, F) works with sockets in Libya. Mains voltage differs (Libya: 127/230 V; Iran: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100โ240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Easier destinations near Libya for Iranian passport holders
- ๐น๐ณ Tunisia โ Visa-free 15 days
- ๐ฉ๐ฟ Algeria โ Visa required
- ๐ช๐ฌ Egypt โ Visa required
- ๐ฒ๐ฆ Morocco โ Visa required
- ๐ธ๐ฉ Sudan โ Visa required
The other way round
๐ฑ๐พ Libyan passport holders visiting Iran: Libyan passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Iran, usually at the airport or land border.
The Iranian passport at a glance
All destinations for Iran passport holders โ ยท Who needs a visa for Libya โ
Questions
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Libya?
Libya does not currently admit Iranian passport holders.
Does a Libyan need a visa for Iran?
Libyan passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Iran, usually at the airport or land border.