Category: Research / Academic / Specialist Visa
Overview: A visa for foreign researchers, academics, or specialists invited to work, teach, or study at accredited institutions in Lebanon, facilitating knowledge exchange and professional development for specific projects or periods.
Eligibility: Requires an official invitation/sponsorship from a Lebanese university, research center, or recognized institution. Applicants need relevant qualifications, proof of financial means, and a clean criminal record.
Processing Time: ~75 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/38
Summary: The Lebanon Research/Academic/Specialist Visa allows foreign experts and scholars to work or study with local institutional sponsorship. It promotes knowledge sharing and cultural exchange within Lebanon's academic and professional sectors.