Lebanon travel details
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Lebanon has a population of 6M with main currency as Lebanese Pound. The languages spoken are Arabic. Lebanon travel safety advice is Do not travel. Automatic teller machines are common in Lebanon. Internet speed in Lebanon is on average 1.8 Mbps.In Lebanon you drive on the right side.
Lebanon travel advice
⬤ Do not travel
We continue to advise do not travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.
We now advise:
Do not travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.
Issue Date : Jun 7, 2024
Lebanon weather
Lebanon essential details
Plugs
Lebanon uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C, Type D and Type G.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Arabic
Money in Lebanon
Currencies
Lebanon uses the Lebanese pound (symbol: ?.?), code LBP.Banknotes come in denominations of 100000, 50000, 20000, 10000, 5000 and 1000 pounds. Pound is subdivided into 100 piastres. Coins come in denominations of 500 and 250 pounds.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Lebanon. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet in Lebanon
Internet
Internet speed in Lebanon is on average 1.8 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Lebanon is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 31,600.80 LBP, which includes 2 GB of data plan. You can choose from 2 telecoms: Alfa or Touch. Lebanon uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Lebanon upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Lebanon, dial +, then 961 (the country code for Lebanon), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Lebanon, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 1 .
Lebanon travel details
Driving in Lebanon
Road rules
In Lebanon you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 100 km/h (62 mph) on motorways, 100 km/h (62 mph) on expressways and 50 km/h (31 mph) in all built-up areas.
Emergecy
Police
999
Ambulance
333
Fire department
777
Lebanon map
Lebanon visa advice
If you're considering exploring Lebanon beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Lebanon transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Lebanon, understanding Lebanon Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.