Category: Family / Spouse / Dependent Visa
Overview: Allows spouses, dependent children, and sometimes parents of Lebanese citizens or legal residents to obtain a long-stay visa and reside in Lebanon, fostering family reunification.
Eligibility: Requires proof of genuine family relationship (marriage/birth certificates), financial stability of the sponsor (Lebanese citizen or legal resident), and clean criminal record for applicants.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: Yes
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: http://www.general-security.gov.lb/
Summary: Facilitates family reunification in Lebanon for spouses and dependents of citizens or residents. Key eligibility includes verifiable family ties and sponsor's financial capacity. Main benefit is legal residency to live together.