Midden-Oosten
Libanon
Fenicische ruïnes, ceders en mediterrane ziel
Hoofdstad
Beirut
Taal
Arabic, French +
Valuta
Lebanese Pound (LBP)
Beste reistijd
April–June and September–November if conditions allow
Veiligheid
Hoog risico (1/5)
Foto door Christian Harb op Unsplash
Laatst beoordeeld: March 26, 2026
Samengesteld door Ouoba Travel Intelligence
Heb ik een visum nodig?
Visa on Arrival for many nationalities including US, UK, Canada, Australia, most EU for 30 days (free).
Hoe vraag ik een visum aan?
VOA at Beirut airport.
Hoe lang duurt het?
Instant.
Wat kost een visum?
Free.
Wat zijn de belangrijkste visumtips?
- CHECK CURRENT SITUATION — Lebanon has faced severe economic crisis and conflict.
- Israeli stamps or evidence of Israel visit will result in denial of entry.
- Carry USD cash — the banking system has collapsed.
Visumvereisten variëren per nationaliteit en veranderen vaak. Controleer bij de ambassade van je land of de officiële immigratieautoriteit van de bestemming voor je vertrekt.
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Hoe veilig is het?
1/5
SEVERE CRISIS. Economic collapse since 2019. Conflict with Israel in 2024. Hezbollah presence in south. Beirut was devastated by the 2020 port explosion. Infrastructure degraded. Check advisories before any travel planning.
Waarvoor moet ik oppassen qua oplichting?
- Black market currency exchange — rates change daily.
- Fake taxis.
Welke gezondheidsmaatregelen zijn verstandig?
- Healthcare system degraded due to economic crisis.
- Bring medications — pharmacies often lack supplies.
Welke vaccinaties zijn verplicht?
- Hepatitis A recommended.
Is kraanwater veilig om te drinken?
Do not drink tap water.
Zijn er actieve reisadviezen?
ECONOMIC COLLAPSE. CONFLICT WITH ISRAEL. Check advisories. Southern Lebanon near Israeli border is extremely dangerous. Carry USD cash — banks are non-functional. Electricity blackouts common.
Veiligheidsinformatie is gebaseerd op openbaar beschikbare reisadviezen. Raadpleeg de reisadviesservice van je regering voor de laatste richtlijnen.
Content on Ouoba is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, immigration, visa, insurance, tax, medical, financial, safety, or other professional advice. Users should consult official authorities, qualified professionals, or service providers before making important travel, financial, legal, or health-related decisions.
Wat moet ik weten over de cultuur?
Wat moet ik doen?
- Beirut was once called the 'Paris of the Middle East' — its food and nightlife culture is extraordinary when stable.
- Visit Byblos and Baalbek — among the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities.
- Try mezze, tabbouleh, kibbeh, and Lebanese wine.
Wat moet ik vermijden?
- Don't discuss sectarian politics.
- Don't visit southern Lebanon near Israeli border.
- Don't rely on credit cards — cash (USD) is king.
Hoe werkt fooi geven?
Tip 10–15% at restaurants. Tips in USD preferred.
Wat is de kledingvoorschrift?
Casual. Beirut is liberal by Middle Eastern standards. Modest at mosques.
Wat is de religieuze context?
18 recognized religious sects. Christian, Sunni, Shia, Druze communities. Very diverse. Respect all traditions.
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