U.S. citizens in Lebanon are strongly encouraged to depart now. Commercial carriers continue to fly out of Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport with many flights scheduled each day. Please check flight options at Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport.

U.S. Embassy Beirut has resumed full immigrant visa processing. Contact us through our Visa Navigator for further information.

Unfortunately, the U.S. Embassy in Lebanon is not offering routine nonimmigrant visa services at this time. Nonimmigrant visa applicants may apply at any U.S. embassy or consulate. Application instructions vary by embassy, follow the instructions on their website: List of U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

U.S. citizens who choose not to depart at this time should prepare contingency plans should the situation deteriorate further. These alternative plans should not rely on the U.S. government for assisted departure or evacuation.

U.S. citizens requiring further assistance should contact us through our U.S. Citizens Services Navigator.