Libya Visa Requirements by Passport (2026)
5 of 207 passports can enter Libya without arranging a visa in advance: 5 visa-free. 188 can apply for an e-visa online. 7 need a visa before travel.
- Visa-free 5
- E-visa 188
- Visa 7
- Special 7
No visa in advance
5 of 207
Visa-free, ETA or on arrival
Visa-free
5
E-visa online
188
Visa required
7
Passports that can visit Libya visa-free
5 passports. No visa or online approval needed. Show your passport at immigration.
Passports that need an e-visa for Libya
188 passports. Apply online and get approved before you travel.
Passports that need a visa for Libya
7 passports. Apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or official visa center before you go.
Special permits and unconfirmed entry
7 passports. A special permit is needed, or entry on this passport isn't confirmed. Contact the destination's embassy.
Libya visa: common questions
Do US passport holders need a visa for Libya?
Yes. US passport holders need an e-visa for Libya, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 30 days.
Do UK passport holders need a visa for Libya?
Yes. UK passport holders need an e-visa for Libya, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 30 days.
Do Canada passport holders need a visa for Libya?
Yes. Canada passport holders need an e-visa for Libya, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 30 days.
Do Australia passport holders need a visa for Libya?
Yes. Australia passport holders need an e-visa for Libya, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 30 days.
Do India passport holders need a visa for Libya?
Yes. India passport holders need an e-visa for Libya, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can you stay in Libya without a visa?
Most visa-free visitors can stay up to 90 days. The limit depends on your passport, so check yours above.
How many passports need a visa for Libya?
7 passports need a visa arranged before travel, and 188 can apply for an e-visa online. Look up your passport above for the exact rule.
Tourist visits only. Requirements come from a dataset compiled in October 2025, with changes since then checked against official government sources on 2026-10-31. Rules change, so confirm with Libya's official site before you book and again before you fly.